Fireworks Prohibited Inside Falls Church City Limits

FALLS CHURCH, VA -- The City of Falls Church Fire Marshal reminds those who visit, live, and work in the City that it is unlawful for any person to store, offer for sale, expose for sale, sell at retail, use or explode any fireworks (including sparklers) within the City limits.

All fireworks found in the City are subject to seizure. The above offenses are Class One misdemeanors in the City. Fireworks violations may be reported to the City of Falls Church Police Department at 703-248-5053.

Despite the dangers of fireworks, few people understand the associated risks - devastating burns, other injuries, fires, and even death. According to National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) research, every Fourth of July, thousands of people (most often children and teens) are injured while using consumer fireworks.

More fires in the U.S. are reported on a typical Independence Day than on any other day, and fireworks account for more than half of those fires, more than any other cause of fires. From 2009 through 2013, fireworks caused an estimated 18,500 reported fires, including 1,300 structure fires, 300 vehicle fires, and 16,900 outside and other fires. In 2014, U.S. hospital emergency rooms treated an estimated 10,500 people for fireworks related injuries.

Community members are urged to enjoy fireworks at professional public events, including the City of Falls Church Fireworks display on Monday, July 4, at George Mason High School, 7124 Leesburg Pike. Music by Flashback begins at 7 p.m. and fireworks begin at 9:20 p.m. For more information, visit www.fallschurchva.gov/July4th.

Also read:

• City of Falls Church Independence Day Celebration
• Consumer Fireworks Safety Public Service Announcement Starring Dan Doofus

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