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Herriman officials urge fireworks safety, point residents to restricted-area maps and non-emergency line
Summary
Herriman officials reminded residents that state law allows fireworks on certain days but the city can prohibit them in high-risk areas; they urged use of herriman.gov/fireworks for maps and to report dangerous or unlawful use to non-emergency dispatch.
Mayor Palmer and Herriman communications manager John LaFollette used the July 3 Herrimanology podcast to remind residents about fireworks rules and safety ahead of Independence Day. They said state law permits fireworks on specific days and times, but Herriman can designate and prohibit high-danger areas within the city.
John LaFollette explained that the city cannot enact a total ban under state law but can restrict (prohibit) fireworks in chosen locations and urged residents to call non-emergency dispatch at (801) 840-4000 to report prohibited or dangerous use. He listed common-sense safety steps — keep a water bucket or garden hose nearby, light fireworks where it's safe, and avoid shooting fireworks from vehicles or near dry vegetation — and noted police and fire departments are especially busy on the holiday.
LaFollette pointed listeners to herriman.gov/fireworks for a map of prohibited areas and posted dates and times. Mayor Palmer and LaFollette said the map and interactive resources will help residents identify risky locations and that the city monitors reports and regional conditions for possible enforcement or additional guidance.
The hosts cited a recent fire in nearby Draper as a reminder of seasonal risk and asked residents to err on the side of caution. No new ordinances or votes were announced on the podcast; the discussion was informational and focused on public-safety guidance and how to use the city's online resources to report violations.
