White Salmon Declares Emergency Ban of Fireworks

Due to high temperatures and dangerous wind conditions, the Mayor has issued an order under WSMC 08.20.017 imposing an emergency ban on the use of fireworks within White Salmon city limits for Thursday, July 4, 2024.

Current conditions present a very real, immediate threat of fire. The city encourages all individuals and businesses to refrain from any and all activities that could cause sparks or flame: don’t flick cigarette butts out of windows, watch lawnmowers for sparks, check safety tow chains on trailers, and avoid parking on grassy areas—catalytic converters under cars can get really hot and start fires.

This situational ban on fireworks within White Salmon city limits is only in effect from 9 a.m. to 11 p.m. on July 4, 2024. Fireworks are otherwise prohibited in city limits except for the annual days of December 31 and July 4. In 2025, a new code will go into effect that will only allow fireworks annually on December 31.

Stay safe and help prevent fires!

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