Salina Fire Department is reminding residents to
celebrate the Independence Day holiday safely and in accordance with
City of Salina fireworks regulations. Fireworks may be discharged
within the city limits only on July 3 and July 4 from 8:00 a.m. to 11:00
p.m.
Residents are urged to follow all local ordinances, including using
fireworks only on private property with the property owner’s consent,
never discharging fireworks on public property or roadways, and never
using fireworks under, in, or from a vehicle. Fireworks are also
prohibited within 100 feet of hospitals, nursing homes, assisted living
facilities, and other restricted locations.
Violating this ordinance can lead to a notice to appear and fines.
Fireworks can quickly create dangerous conditions if used carelessly,
the Salina Fire Department encourages everyone to use caution,
follow the city ordinance, and keep fireworks away from anything that
can ignite.
The Fire Department also asks residents to use extra caution this year
because recent storms have left behind brush, limbs, and other debris
that can increase the risk of fire. Dry brush and accumulated storm
debris can ignite quickly if fireworks land nearby, so residents should
avoid using fireworks near those areas whenever possible. Residents
are also encouraged to have a bucket with water, fire extinguisher, or
garden hose nearby and at the ready whenever discharging fireworks,
Additional safety precautions include keeping water nearby, lighting
one firework at a time, never relighting malfunctioning fireworks,
supervising children closely, and ensuring spent fireworks are fully
soaked before disposal.
911 is not to be used for firework complaints UNLESS there is a fire or
other related emergency. Residents should use the non-emergency
line to report firework complaints at 785-826-7210.