Fireworks safety
To enjoy fireworks safely, know the rules and see our safety tips.
Safety tips
Do
- Read and follow the directions on your fireworks.
- Only adults should use fireworks.
- Launch fireworks at a safe place outdoors.
- Stay away from animals.
- Stay away from anything that could easily catch on fire.
- Keep fireworks away from children.
- Store fireworks in a cool, dry place.
Don't
- Do not light fireworks inside a container, such as a bottle or can.
- Do not consume any alcoholic beverages while using fireworks.
- Do not relight fireworks that fail to work properly on the first try.
- Do not take fireworks apart to create your own fireworks.
- Do not bring your pets outside while using fireworks.
Contact us
David Carson
Community Risk Reduction Officer
Address
Minneapolis Fire Department
350 Fifth St. S., Room 133
Minneapolis, MN 55415
Office hours
7 a.m. – 3:30 p.m.
Monday – Friday