Cottonwood Heights announces citywide fireworks ban July 22–25 amid dry conditions

The chair of the Cottonwood Heights City Council announced on July 21 that the city will impose a complete citywide restriction on fireworks during the typical July fireworks period (June/July 22–25) because of extremely dry soils and firefighters being stretched across the state.

"We have a complete citywide restriction on fireworks again in this period that's upcoming," the chair said, noting the decision followed consultations with the state fire marshal and the city fire chiefs. The chair said public works had posted clear signs across the city explaining the restriction and thanked police, fire and public works staff for their efforts.

Council Member Hyland, who had earlier reported receiving a call from a resident, relayed gratitude from the public for the recent Butlerville Days events and fireworks: "They were able to sit... it was spectacular and everybody clapped," Hyland said, adding praise for the drone show and the staff and volunteers who helped run the festival.

Hyland also said the council had made past decisions about fireworks based on budget and fire danger, and reiterated staff are progressing on short‑term rental enforcement tools to help residents report nuisances.

Why it matters: The temporary citywide restriction is intended to reduce fire risk during a period of heightened drought and limited firefighting resources. Officials said it is a short, targeted measure for the upcoming days; they did not read an enforcement penal code or specific fines into the record during the meeting.

What happens next: Signs will remain posted during the restriction; the council said it would monitor conditions and rely on fire chiefs for guidance on any future adjustments. No vote was required for this announcement.