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Where Have You Heard Illegal Fireworks in Lakewood?
You may not be able to call 9-1-1 every time you hear illegal fireworks this Fourth of July, but you can help keep your neighbors informed here on Patch.
The Fourth of July is coming up quick. For many of us, it's the most dreaded time of the year.
You guessed it -- I have those kinds of neighbors. The kind who start celebrating around June 25th and don't stop until well after the Fourth. From loud booms that shake the house to poppers that sound like gunshots, it keeps me up late at night and scares my pets.
You may want to call police every time, but according to the State Fire Marshal, that's not a good idea. The majority of firework-related calls are not an emergency and tie up the 9-1-1 system, potentially delaying an emergency call from getting through.
According to the Fire Marshal, "reporting illegal activities or use of fireworks to 9-1-1 should be limited to those instances when the activity is in progress and poses a threat or danger to others or yourself."
When Should I Call 9-1-1?
Most fireworks inquiries can be answered by searching the internet for local restrictions or calling the local police or fire department’s non-emergency phone number.
In Lakewood, fireworks may be purchased from June 28, 12 p.m. (noon) through 11 p.m. on July 4. Fireworks may not be sold between the hours of 11 p.m. and 9 a.m. from June 28 through July 3.
Legal fireworks may be discharged from July 3 through July 5, 11 a.m. to 11 p.m.
You must be 16 years of age to purchase, possess and discharge fireworks within the City. Children under the age of 16 must be under direct supervision of an adult.
Any use of fireworks on school grounds or park located within the City of Lakewood or in any city rights-of-way is prohibited.
Call 9-1-1 if you experience the following:
- AÂ firework-related injury from using fireworks, including burns, eye injuries or severed body parts.
- A fire has started.
- The neighbor just lit off M-80s or other illegal fireworks.
- You have found a short piece of pipe with a fuse coming out of it.
- If you find your neighbor is making fireworks in their garage or property.
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- How Can I Tell If My Fireworks Are Legal?
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