2020 4th of July fireworks rules

As the 4th of July approaches and many public fireworks displays or sales statewide have been modified, the Washington State Fire Marshal’s Office issued a reminder for fireworks sales, specifically the facts for internet sales.

According to the Fire Marshall, presale of consumer fireworks may occur online under certain conditions:

• The fireworks may only be delivered to the consumer at a licensed and permitted fireworks stand during the legally authorized time periods.
• The fireworks for sale are legally allowed to be purchased in Washington and the sale, possession, and discharge is allowed in the jurisdiction where the sale is occurring.
• All advertisements for the sale of fireworks will contain the license number and expiration date of the licensee.
• The purchase or receipt of fireworks must be through a Washington licensed fireworks retailer or wholesaler.
• Fireworks cannot be legally purchased over the internet and shipped to a private residence or picked up anywhere other than a license and permitted fireworks stand.

Fireworks regulations differ between cities throughout Grays Harbor, check with your local fire or police department to be sure the fireworks you purchase are legal to possess and discharge and only purchase legal fireworks.

Ch. 70.77 RCW – State Fireworks Law

For more information about the sale and use of fireworks in your area contact your local fire authority or the SFMO at (360) 596-3929 or visit http://www.wsp.wa.gov/fireworks/.