Fireworks can only be discharged on July 4th between the hours of 9:00 a.m. and midnight in unincorporated King County.

Fireworks are banned altogether in many cities in King County (see Regulations for King County Cities) below. School grounds, parks, and some apartment complexes may also prohibit the discharge of fireworks.

To protect citizens and property, King County Fire District 40 encourages members of the community to celebrate by attending a puclic fireworks display.

Having a safe 4th of July required taking a few precautions and using some common sence. King County Fire District 40 believes that people who know how, when, and where to use legal fireworks may help reduce the number and severity of injuries this season. Please learn and follow these safety iops:

• Use only approved, legal, and common fireworks
• Have a responsible adult present
• Only use fireworks out doors
• Select a "safe zone"away from dry fields when discharging fireworks
• Have a garden hose or fire extinguisher ready to use
• If a device does not light or fire, and adult should wait at least a minimum of five (5) minutes before approaching the device
• Light them one at a time, move away quickly and keep a safe distance away
• Never use fireworks in a crowd or throw them at people, pets or moving vehicles
• Dispose of used fireworks by first soeaking them in water
• Remember to clean up all debris (you could be held criminally liable if you cause a fire)