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N E W S R E L E A S E FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE June 24, 2015 Contact: Meghan Pembroke, communications director, [PHONE REDACTED] Citywide fireworks ban in Everett Everett law enforcement encourages residents to attend professional fireworks show EVERETT – As the Fourth of July approaches, law enforcement agencies around Snohomish County will have heavy fireworks emphasis patrols out. That includes Everett, as Everett municipal code prohibits the possession and discharge of fireworks within city limits without a permit. “Due to warmer, drier weather, it is especially important to comply with the fireworks ban this year,” says Eric Hicks, assistant Everett fire marshal. Everett Police suggest that if an individual finds fireworks, they should call 911 immediately to have law enforcement discard it for them. “If you are found in possession of, or discharging, fireworks within city limits, penalties may include criminal citations with large fines, and/or jail time. Fireworks will be seized and destroyed,” said Aaron Snell, community information officer for the City of Everett. There are many events happening in Everett to celebrate July 4th, including the downtown parade, the festival at Legion Memorial Park, a public safety open house and the Thunder on the Bay fireworks show, featuring a spectacular, professional fireworks display. For more information on Fourth of July happenings, please visit http://experienceeverett.com/everett-4th-happenings.