Internet purchase of fireworks is illegal

In Washington State, fireworks must be purchased from a licensed retail fireworks stand during the legal sales period. Orders for fireworks cannot be placed over the internet or posted on websites such as Craigslist.  Residents should talk with family members and guests about the fireworks laws for their area. 

Independence Day is a time to celebrate our freedoms.   Personal fireworks require personal responsibility.  Remember the three B’s of fireworks safety:

• Be Prepared—Have water nearby and put pets indoors

• Be Safe—Only adults should light fireworks

• Be Responsible—Clean up fireworks debris

To learn more about fireworks ordinances in your city or county information regarding fireworks, check the fireworks safety web site athttp://www.wsp.wa.gov/fire/fireworks.htm.

The Office of the State Fire Marshal is a Bureau of the Washington State Patrol, providing fire and life safety services to the citizens of Washington State including inspections of state licensed facilities, plan review of school construction projects, licensing of fire sprinkler contractors and pyrotechnic operators, training Washington State’s firefighters, and collecting emergency response data.