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Firework Safety Tips There have been some significant changes in the Utah fireworks laws that go into effect this fireworks season. We are asking to keep your community safe this year by sharing these talking points. You may now purchase and use lawful fireworks from June 26th thru July 26th. (The dates for sale and use of fireworks for New Year and Chinese New Year celebrations remain the same.) A new type of aerial firework is now lawful. Aerial devices, also known as “multiple tube,” “repeater,” or “cake” fireworks often look like miniature professional displays and can travel high into the air, as much as 150 feet. Still not allowed are: firecrackers, M-80, cherry bombs, bottle rockets, roman candles, single or reloadable mortars and ground salutes. You must be at least 16 years of age to handle or light fireworks. Fireworks need space from trees, combustible vegetation, carports, structures, and other obstacles. Use a garden hose to wet down the area before firing. Aerial or “cake” fireworks need at least a 30 foot bubble of clearance around on the ground and above in the air. Aerial or “cake” fireworks need as much as 150 feet clearance in the air. Should a firework misfire or not light, do not attempt to re-ignite the firework. As each device burns out, soak it using a hose, or bucket of water Place all soaked devices in a covered, fireproof container and leave it outside, away from homes and buildings. After a firework display, children should never pick up fireworks that may be left over, they may still be active.