Fireworks

DON'T:

✘ Discharge fireworks from public property, including streets and sidewalks
✘ Use fireworks on school, church, or other prohibited properties without authorization
✘ Use commercial grade fireworks without a permit
✘ Ignite fireworks while under the influence of alcohol or drugs. Violations may result in fines of up to $1,000
✘ Ignite fireworks within 25 feet of a structure or from wooden decks, porches, or patios
✘ Use free-floating devices such as sky lanterns. These devices are prohibited under Michigan law
✘ Dispose of fireworks in the trash can on your property or a dumpster

DO: 

⭐ Know the days and times for fireworks in the City of Monroe (see below)
⭐ Always keep a safe distance from homes, vehicles, and spectators
⭐ Closely supervise children and never allow them to handle or ignite fireworks
⭐ Keep a garden hose, bucket of water, or fire extinguisher nearby in case of emergency
⭐ Place used fireworks in a bucket of water outside
⭐ Never relight a malfunctioning firework
⭐ Do not use fireworks indoors or near dry grass, brush, or other combustible materials
⭐ Dispose of spent fireworks properly by soaking them in water before discarding them
⭐ Be considerate of your neighbors, pets, and others who may be affected by excessive noise

 

• June 29 through July 4, between 11:00 AM and 11:45 PM each day.
• July 5 until 11:45 PM, when July 5 falls on a Friday or Saturday
• Saturday and Sunday before Labor Day until 11:45 PM
• Fridays and Saturdays year-round, between 11:00 AM and 11:00 PM for LOW IMPACT fireworks that do not leave the ground

Fireworks must be lit on your own private property, NOT public places such as streets and sidewalks, from school or church property, or from a friend’s property, unless given their express permission. Keep it off of decks or patios made of wood or other combustible material or within 25 feet from any structure or combustible material.

Violations of this law may result in a fine of up to $500.

Fireworks that do not require a permit and considered consumer grade include: Aerials; Reloadable Shell Device; Bottle Rockets/Sky Rockets; Roman Candles; Missle Type Rockets; Helicopter Aerial Spinners; Single Tube Device w/ Report; Firecrackers; Ground Based or Handheld Sparklers; Sparkling Wheel Devices; Ground Sparkling Devices; Smoke Devices; Snapper/Drop Pops; Snakes; Party Poppers; Smoke Ball; Sparkling Devices.

Large, explosive devices intended for professional, permitted public displays, such as aerial shells.

State law makes it illegal to ignite fireworks while under the influence of drugs or alcohol. Violations of this law may result in a $1,000 fine. In other words, don’t drink and sparkle.

First, make sure your pet can’t run away. Fireworks can be frightening to pets because of the loud bangs, the flashing lights and unpleasant strong smell of spent explosives. With multiple bangs occurring from numerous displays, pets will rarely be able to pinpoint where the booming explosions are coming from. Other tips include comforting your dog during the barrage, taking them for a long walk before the festivities start, keeping your curtains closed, and playing music or white noise such as a fan.

Some people experience sensitivity to fireworks, including veterans and others with post-traumatic stress disorder. It’s important to respect your neighbors while enjoying summer festivities. If you choose to use fireworks, consider doing so at a planned, reasonable, and known time interval, and communicating that to those around you.

Adults should always supervise firework use, including sparklers and firecrackers. According to the US Consumer Product Safety Commission, firecrackers were the biggest source of ER-treated fireworks injuries (1,600), followed by sparklers (900). Though small, they can hit 1500 to 2000 degrees Fahrenheit, causing burns to skin, clothing damage and grass fires. Over 50 percent of sparkler-related injuries occur in children under 14 nationwide.

It’s always smart to have a bucket of water, hose or fire extinguisher handy in case things get out of control. Light fireworks a minimum 25 feet from your home. Never attempt to re-light a “dud” and always read the instructions. Once the show is over, place used fireworks in a bucket of water outside for 24 hours. Do not dispose of used fireworks in a trash can on your property as this poses a fire hazard.