Sale of fireworks begins June 28

Consumer firework sales across the state began at noon on Tuesday, June 28, and will continue until 9 p.m. on July 5. State Fire Marshal Charles M. Duffy reminds residents to “know the laws before purchasing and discharging fireworks,” and “only purchase legal fireworks.” This year, 867 retail fireworks stand licenses were issued.

Statewide sales and discharge periods allowed by RCW 70.77.395 are:

Date Sales/Discharge

6/29-7/3 9 a.m. to 11 p.m.

July 4 9 a.m. to 11 p.m./

9 a.m. to 12 a.m.

July 5 9 a.m. to 9 p.m./

9 a.m. to 11 p.m.

Remember that personal fireworks require personal responsibility...