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Tacoma warns that setting off fireworks inside city limits is illegal; city points to Summer Blast on Ruston Way for July 4
Summary
The city reminded residents that discharging fireworks inside Tacoma city limits is illegal and dangerous; the Summer Blast on Ruston Way will offer a sanctioned place to view fireworks.
The Tacoma Fire Department reminded residents that discharging fireworks inside city limits is illegal and dangerous and noted that last year Tacoma firefighters responded to 23 fireworks-related fires. The program repeated the department’s notice that people who set off fireworks inside the city could face a fine of $513.
The city promoted its July 4 Summer Blast celebration on Ruston Way, with live music, vendors and a fireworks display visible from Dune Peninsula Park, along Ruston Way and stretching south to Jack Hyde Park. The event locations named on the program were Dune Peninsula, Cummings Park and Jack Hyde Park.
Why it matters: The department’s notice frames fireworks use as both a public-safety and legal issue and directs residents to the city event as a safe option to view a fireworks display.
