Bellingham Bans Consumer Fireworks

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  Bellingham City Council passed an ordinance banning consumer fireworks within city limitsNo usable supporting receipt — unverified.
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  The ordinance is effective immediatelyNo usable supporting receipt — unverified.
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  The ban prohibits the use, sale, and possession of consumer fireworks in Bellingham“The City’s ban covers all consumer fireworks within City limits. This includes fountains, sparklers, smokeballs, and ground-spinning fireworks commonly referred to as “safe and sane” fireworks, in addition to rockets, aerial missiles, Roman candles, and other projectile fireworks.”
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  Consumer fireworks banned in Bellingham include sparklers, firecrackers, and aerial devices“This includes fountains, sparklers, smokeballs, and ground-spinning fireworks commonly referred to as “safe and sane” fireworks, in addition to rockets, aerial missiles, Roman candles, and other projectile fireworks.”
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  Violations of the ban carry fines up to $500“Any person who violates the consumer fireworks ban will be subject to a civil infraction with a fine of up to $1,000. The minimum fine is $250.”
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  Residents should be aware of the ban as it affects Fourth of July celebrations and other events“Education and enforcement activities are planned this year — including extra patrols July 2–4 for fireworks complaints — to help ensure residents and visitors are aware of Bellingham’s fireworks ban.”
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  The city encourages alternative celebrations such as professional fireworks displays“"Bellingham has one of the best Fourth of July shows in the region," said Bellingham Fire Chief Bill Hewett. "Enjoy the public show safely and leave the fireworks to the pros."”