Authorities Urge 4th of July Fireworks Safety

TYLER — East Texans are preparing for the 4th of July. Local officials are urging people to keep safety in mind when they’re getting their hands on fireworks. They’re fun and it’s also important to know how dangerous they could be. According to KETK, there’s a city ordinance that bands fireworks, possession or the use of. “It’s a Class C Misdemeanor, we can issue a citation if the officer feels it’s necessary and it could be up to a 500 dollar fine,” said Don Martin, Tyler Police, Public Information Officer. Tyler Police say the only time fireworks are allowed in city is if a person is issued a permit.

Another concern ‘celebratory gunfire’ which is sometimes forgotten, ” You cannot discharge a firearm in the city limits and it’s extremely dangerous, those bullets are going up in the air and are coming down somewhere,” said Martin.

While burn bans have not been issued throughout East Texas city and county officials say, people still need to be cautious.