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Madison County approves fireworks permit; officials caution about drought and licensing
Summary
The Board approved Chad Lohr's fireworks permit while noting drought conditions were ongoing but no burn ban was in effect; board members emphasized compliance with state fire prevention rules, NFPA standards, and pyrotechnician licensing.
Madison County supervisors voted unanimously on July 1 to approve a fireworks permit for applicant Chad Lohr. County staff told the Board that although drought conditions continued in the area, there was no active burn ban; approved permit holders must comply with state fire prevention regulations and National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) standards.
Board members discussed pyrotechnician licensing and potential liability considerations related to fireworks displays. Supervisor Mike Snider moved to approve the permit and the motion passed 5-0 (Yowell, Jewett, Buchanan, Snider, Sharman). Public safety agencies are notified whenever such permits are issued, and staff emphasized regulatory compliance by permit holders.
