With the July 4th holiday fast approaching, Hebron residents are reminded of the town’s ordinance regarding fireworks usage within town limits. Due to recent concerns this ordinance will be strictly enforced by the Hebron Police Department without exception.
Ordinance 18-34(e) Time of use. A person may utilize consumer fireworks on the following specific days and no other, without a special permit as follows:
· Between 5:00 p.m. and two hours after sunset on June 29, June 30, July 1, July 2, July 3, July 5, July 6, July 7, July 8, and July 9
· Between the hours of 10:00 a.m. and 12:00 midnight on July 4; and
· Between the hours of 10:00 a.m. on December 31 and 1:00 a.m. on January 1.
Please note that this applies to consumer grade fireworks only. Display grade or “special” fireworks are strictly regulated by Indiana State code. Use or possession of Display grade or “special” fireworks without a permit may constitute a crime.
Please visit the Indiana Department of Homeland Security website for addition information on Indiana State laws concerning fireworks.
http://www.in.gov/dhs/files/Fireworks_Safety.pdf
Fireworks Safety Tips
Never let children handle, play with or light any fireworks.
Store fireworks in a cool, dry place away from the reach of children.
Always purchase your fireworks from reliable, licensed fireworks dealers.
Use in a clear, open area. Keep audience a safe distance away from the shooting site.
Safety glasses are recommended for those individuals lighting the fireworks or those in close proximity to the fireworks.
Do not alter any fireworks device or make your own fireworks.
Light only one firework at a time.
Never attempt to re-light, alter or fix any "dud" firework item.
Have a fire extinguisher, water supply, hose or bucket of water nearby.
Be cautious of lighting any fireworks during strong wind conditions and light fireworks with prevailing wind blowing away from spectators.
Do not use alcohol with fireworks.
Never aim, point or throw fireworks at another person.
Use fireworks outdoors, never indoors.