Fireworks
Fireworks may be used only on the user's property; or on the property of someone who has consented to the use of fireworks; or at a special discharge location. Professional displays must obtain a permit. Penalties for violating the fireworks law can range from a misdemeanor up to a felony in the case of the reckless or intentional use of fireworks that result in a person's death. For your safety, the fire department encourages you to attend only professional fireworks displays.
Indiana Code 22-11-14 Click the link and scroll down to read the fireworks ordinance.
To help consumers use fireworks more safely, the Consumer Products Safety Commission (CPSC) offers these recommendations:
- Do not allow young children to play with fire-works under any circumstances. Sparklers considered by many the ideal "safe" firework for the young, burn at very high temperatures and can easily ignite clothing. Children cannot understand the danger involved and cannot act appropriately in case of emergency.
- Older children should only be permitted to use fireworks under close adult supervision. Do not allow any running or horseplay
- Light fireworks outdoors in a clear area away from houses, dry leaves or grass and flammable materials.
- Keep a bucket of water nearby for emergencies and for pouring on fireworks that don't go off.
- Do not try to relight or handle malfunctioning fireworks. Douse and soak them with water and throw them away.
- Be sure other people are out of range before lighting fireworks.
- Never ignite fireworks in a container, especially a glass or metal container.
- Keep unused fireworks away from firing areas.
- Store fireworks in a dry, cool place. Check instructions for special storage directions.
- Observe local laws.
- Never have any portion of your body directly over a firework while lighting.
- Don't experiment with homemade fireworks.
To see more fireworks information from the CPSC please visit their website: http://www.cpsc.gov/CPSCPUB/PUBS/012.html
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