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Tacoma warns fireworks are illegal in city limits; Summer Blast set for Ruston Way on July 4
Summary
The Tacoma Fire Department reminded residents that discharging fireworks inside Tacoma city limits is illegal and warned of fines and past fires; the city’s Summer Blast celebration with a fireworks display will be held along Ruston Way.
The Tacoma Fire Department reminded residents that discharging fireworks inside Tacoma city limits is illegal and risky, TV Tacoma reported. The segment said Tacoma firefighters responded to 23 fireworks-related fires last year and warned that violating the ordinance could result in a fine of $513.
“If you wanna see a spectacular fireworks display, head to the city's Summer Blast event,” the program said, listing Ruston Way Waterfront as the site for July 4 festivities. The report described the celebration as a full day of live music, food, entertainment and craft vendors taking place at Dune Peninsula and Cummings Park, with the fireworks visible from Dune Peninsula Park northward along Ruston Way to Jack Hyde Park in the south.
The segment emphasized that lighting off fireworks within city limits risks safety and property and pointed viewers to the city’s organized display as the lawful alternative.
Ending: The program recommended attending the city-coordinated Summer Blast fireworks show rather than using personal fireworks inside Tacoma city limits.
