The City of Manhattan Fire Department would like to remind citizens to use fireworks responsibly and enjoy a safe Fourth of July holiday and follow the City of Manhattan’s basic firework regulations:
- Discharge is allowed from 8 a.m. to midnight July 1 through July 4
- Sales are allowed from noon July 1 through midnight July 4
- It is unlawful to discharge fireworks in streets, alleys, parks or on public property.
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- It is unlawful to throw or shoot fireworks in the direction of people or vehicles.
- It is unlawful to ignite aerial luminaries, sometimes called sky lanterns or floating lanterns.
Each July 4th, thousands of people, most often children and teens, are injured while using consumer fireworks. Hospital emergency rooms nationwide saw an estimated 10,500 people for fireworks-related injuries in 2014. Sparklers alone account for more than one-quarter of emergency room fireworks injuries.
Fireworks Safety Tips:
- Fireworks should only be discarded under adult supervision.
- Always read the fireworks label for proper firing instructions.
- Use fireworks only in a clear area away from houses, buildings, and dry grass.
- Fireworks should not be ignited in glass or metal containers.
- Never hold fireworks in your hand when lighting.
- Keep observers at a safe distance.
- Have a bucket of water, garden hose, or fire extinguisher available in the immediate area.
Please contact the Manhattan Fire Department with any questions at 785-587-4504. City ordinances with full details concerning fireworks are available on the City’s website, http://cityofmhk.com/fireworks