04 Jul Fireworks on the Fourth
FYI: Absolutely NO fireworks are allowed in any of the parks or in the common ground areas (this includes the big park). These areas will be monitored and police will be called. Please report any abuse.
For those that do fireworks at your homes, please be aware of the close proximity of houses, where the fallout goes etc. Be safe and clean up after yourselves.
We highly discourage any use of fireworks in the community.
Be Safe and Legal with Fireworks in Mount Vernon
Purchase only legal fireworks. Legal fireworks are available at fireworks stands in Mount Vernon. They may ONLY be discharged in the City limits on JULY 4th BETWEEN 12 NOON AND 12 MIDNIGHT! Firecrackers, chasers, rockets, missiles, and mortars are ILLEGAL in the City of Mount Vernon. Many fireworks may be purchased on tribal lands that are illegal to possess or discharge on non-tribal land. Fireworks may not be discharged within 300 feet of any forest lands or parks within the City.
You can drop off any unwanted fireworks at Mount Vernon Fire Stations. If fireworks look too large or homemade, call 911 and request assistance. No police action will be taken if you request disposal of illegal fireworks.
BE PREPARED:
– You must be 16 to purchase fireworks
– Purchase only legal fireworks
– Keep pets indoors
– Always have a hose or fire extinguisher ready to use
BE SAFE
– Only adults should light fireworks
– Do not throw or hold fireworks
– Protect your eyes
– Never re-light a dud
– Avoid trees and grass
– Absolutely NO fireworks in parks or on school property
BE RESPONSIBLE
– Soak used fireworks in water
– Clean up used fireworks
– Keep matches, lighters, and fireworks away from children
– Alcohol and fireworks don’t mix!
CELEBRATE AT EDGEWATER PARK
Join other area residents for a public display of fireworks at Edgewater Park! Enjoy live music on the stage starting at 7pm. Bring a picnic dinner or buy food from vendors in the park. Please no personal fireworks or alcohol at the festivities. Come celebrate the 4th of July, and leave the pyrotechnics to the professionals.