4th of July Notice of Fireworks
Friday, June 24, 2022
On December, 20, 2021 the City Council approved the second reading of Ordinance 1237, 93.06 Fireworks.
The Fourth of July holiday is just around the corner. Below are the significant chances to Ordinance 1237 that everyone should be aware of, as you consider what types of fireworks you want to celebrate the holiday with. Another change to the ordinance is when you can shoot off those fireworks. July 4th from 9am to 11pm is the only day and times fireworks are allowed within City limits.
The City’s annual fireworks display is expected to begin between 8:30pm and 9pm, weather permitting.
Your adherence to the changes to Ordinance 1237 while you celebrate our Nations Birthday is appreciated. On behalf of the City, have a great Fourth of July holiday, and be safe in all that you do.
§ 93.06 FIREWORKS.
(A) Approved fireworks for individual use shall be limited to stationary “cones and fountains” and novelty devices only. No consumer fireworks legally or illegally sold in the State of South Dakota that are thrown, propelled or otherwise travel may be discharged. Additionally no consumer fireworks that explode or provide a “report” such as but not limited to firecrackers, aerial mortars, bottle rockets, skyrockets, etc. may be discharged.
(B) Allowed fireworks shall not be permitted when the Black Hills Area Fire Danger for the Southern Hills that includes Custer and Fall River Counties is High, Very High or Extreme, as specified on the United States Forest Service Wildland Fire Assessment System “WFAS – Severe Fire Danger Mapping System” or if a Red Flag Warning has been issued by the National Weather Service
(C) The city reserves the right to perform fireworks displays for public entertainment purposes at its discretion. The city shall consult with the Hot Springs Volunteer Fire Department Fire Chief prior to such displays.
(D) Discharge of allowed fireworks is limited to July 4th from 9:00 a.m. to 11:00 p.m. Discharging allowed fireworks outside the allowed times may result in violations and fines associated with § 95.03.
(E) Fines for offenses under this section shall be a maximum fine of an amount as set by the City Council from time to time.
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