“You Light It, We Write It” campaign enforces safe fireworks use in Clark County
Clark County, the city of Las Vegas, the Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Department, and partner agencies are asking the public to follow fireworks rules this summer. Memorial Day weekend marks the start of the busy travel season. Officials want to prevent accidents by restricting fireworks to those approved and tested by local fire departments. Only “safe and sane” fireworks are legal. These fireworks are sold at licensed stands for a limited time from June 28 through July 4. Even though these fireworks are labeled safe, they still pose a fire risk during the dry summer months. Wildland fire danger remains high in Southern Nevada. Noise, litter, and illegal fireworks also concern local neighborhoods.
Illegal fireworks banned in parks and public lands
Residents must not use fireworks in sensitive places. Parks like Clark County Wetlands Park, Mount Charleston, Lake Mead, and Red Rock Canyon ban all fireworks. Officials want to protect natural resources. Commissioner Marilyn Kirkpatrick stressed the community’s role. She said stopping illegal fireworks requires everyone’s help. Illegal fireworks include firecrackers, Roman candles, and sky rockets. These often come from vendors outside Clark County, including areas like Pahrump and Amargosa Valley. Using illegal fireworks creates dangers and disturbance.
Licensed stands raise funds with approved fireworks
Only licensed and inspected stands can sell approved fireworks during the July 4th holiday. These stands support local nonprofits. Fireworks sold there undergo testing to ensure safety. They do not leak, burn too hot, or fly too high. Safe and sane fireworks include sparklers and ground effects that stay low and do not explode. This ensures safer celebrations for families.
Reporting illegal fireworks helps keep communities safe
The “You Light It, We Write It” campaign educates about legal fireworks and penalties. Using illegal fireworks in unincorporated Clark County or Las Vegas carries a minimum fine of $500. The Nevada Legislature allows fines up to $10,000 for large illegal fireworks seizures. Residents should not call 911 for illegal fireworks reports. Instead, they can report violations online at www.IspyFireworks.com. This process helps law enforcement track problems and plan responses without overloading emergency lines. More information is available at www.YouLightItWeWriteIt.Vegas. Following these fireworks rules keeps everyone safe and protects Southern Nevada’s environment during the holiday.
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