Fireworks Reminder

From Boulder County Sheriff's Office in Lyons

The Boulder County Sheriff's office wanted to remind residents about Fireworks in the Town of Lyons. At this time, there is not a fire ban in our area. However, the Boulder County Sheriff would make that determination and would announce any changes or fire bans. 

As a reminder, it is unlawful:

• For anyone to possess or discharge any fireworks, other than permissible fireworks, anywhere in the state
• For anyone to sell fireworks unless that person is licensed as a retailer, wholesaler or exporter
• For anyone to knowingly provide or sell any fireworks to anyone under 16
• For anyone under 16 to purchase any fireworks, including permissible fireworks
• For anyone under 16 to possess and discharge permissible fireworks, unless that person is under adult supervision

Permissible Fireworks (if no fire restrictions are in place)

Cylindrical or cone fountains, wheels and ground spinners, illuminating torches and colored fire, dipped sticks and sparklers, toy propellant or toy smoke devices, trick noise makers and snake or glow worms are all permissible when fire restrictions are not in effect.

Illegal Fireworks

Any devices or components that, when used or ignited, project or disburse any metal, glass, or brittle plastic fragments. Cherry bombs, roman candles, firecrackers, bottle rockets, shells and rockets, M-80s and M-100s, and helicopters are all examples of illegal fireworks. A good rule of thumb: anything that explodes or leaves the ground is most likely illegal in Colorado.

 Fireworks Safety Tips

• Adults should always supervise fireworks activities
• Keep a bucket of water or garden hose and a fire extinguisher handy in case of fire or other mishap
• Never have any portion of your body directly over a fireworks device when lighting the fuse
• Light one item at a time then quickly move back to a safe distance
• Never try to re-light or pick up fireworks that have not fully functioned
• Never point or throw fireworks at another person
• Never carry fireworks in a pocket or shoot them off in metal or glass containers
• After fireworks fully complete their functioning, douse the spent device with plenty of water before discarding to prevent a trash fire

Pet Safety Tips

Animal control officers receive many reports of lost pets around July 4 due to fireworks. Keep your pets properly confined to avoid escape due to fear of fireworks. Have your pet’s identification up-to-date so that in the event your pet does escape, Animal Control can facilitate a quick return.