By Beka Compton
The Times
Fireworks ban discussed by City of Waitsburg
The City of Waitsburg may have to wait until 2023 to implement a fireworks ban if approved by the city council
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July 29, 2021
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Bottle rockets, similar to ones found by a Waitsburg resident in her yard after July 4th celebrations on her street. These and other illegal firewords are listed on the Washington State Patrol website.. They may not be used in Washington state, even without a firework ban.
WAITSBURG-A fireworks ban may be in Waitsburg's future as community members and leadership grow concerned about ongoing dry conditions, heightened fire danger, and overall weather changes.
The potential ban was discussed at the July 21 City Council meeting. If a ban was implemented the soonest it could take effect in Waitsburg would be June 2023.
Washington State laws govern the regulation of fireworks, including what days fireworks can be sold and when they may be discharged. The laws do allow some local regulation, allowing cities and counties the opportunity to prohibit the sale and dis...
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