With the 4th of July right around the corner, Indiana residents can almost smell the scent of burning charcoal and hear the popping of fireworks against the night sky.
Before consumers run into stores to stock up on fireworks, there are a few laws the city wants to remind Marion County residents of.
- Fireworks can be purchased only by persons 18 years of age or older.
- Children may only posses or use any kind of fireworks when an adult is present.
- Fireworks may be used:
- On the owners property.
- On the property of someone who has consented to the use of fireworks on that property.
- At a special discharge location.
- Sec. 8(a) fireworks may be used only between 9 a.m. and 11p.m. on days other than holidays.
- On holidays fireworks may be used between 9 a.m. and midnight.
Safety tips
- Never let children handle, play with or light any fireworks.
- Store fireworks in a cool, dry place out of childrenās reach.
- Always purchase your fireworks from licensed fireworks dealers.
- Use in a clear, open area. Keep audience at a safe distance from the shooting site.
- Be cautious of lighting any fireworks during strong wind conditions and light fireworks with wind blowing away from the spectators.
- Never aim, point or throw fireworks at another person.
- Always use fireworks outdoors.
For more information on Indianaās firework laws visit the IDHS website in.gov/dhs.
Here are some locations that will be hosting firework display shows.
Brownsburg
July 4 Extravaganza
Date: July 4
Time: 10 p.m.
Where: Arbuckle Acres Park, 200 N. Green St.
Cost: free
For more information visit brownsburglionsclub.org
Carmel
CarmelFest
Date: July 4
Time: 9:45 p.m.
Where: near the intersection of City Center Drive Monon trail
Price: Free
For more information call (317) 581-0331
Fishers
Blast on the Bridge
Date: July 4
Time: Dusk
Where: Geist Reservoir Bridge
Cost: Free
For more information visit geistlake.com
Indianapolis
Regions Bank Freedom Blast
Date: July 4
Time: 9: 45 p.m.
Where: Regions Bank Tower
Cost: free
For more information visit firecracker6.com.