FIREWORK STANDS OPEN: BOISE FIRE REMINDS PUBLIC TO BE SAFE WITH FIREWORKS

Firework stands open June 23 across the Treasure Valley, and the Boise Fire Department is reminding people to be safe when using fireworks to celebrate.

Every year, Boise Fire responds to multiple fires started by fireworks.  In 2025, Boise Fire responded to 17 fires on the 4^th of July, and there were a total of 27 fires within Ada County. If you plan to set off your own fireworks, please review the safety information below detailing where and when it’s okay to light them.

Please note fireworks are banned in city parks. We encourage you to attend the City of Boise public fireworks display at Ann Morrison Park on the 4^th of July.

Fireworks Banned in Boise Foothills

All fireworks, including non-aerial common fireworks, shall not be used or possessed in the wildland-urban interface area per Section 4105.2 of the City of Boise code. The blue area marked in the map below shows where you cannot light off any type of fireworks within Boise City Limits.   To see if your property falls within this area click here: https://opendata.cityofboise.org/datasets/wildland-urban-interface-wui-/explore?filters=eyJBUkVBX05BTUUiOlsiSVIxIl19&location=43.626740%2C-116.175474%2C12.24

(Blue on map indicates area where fireworks are banned)

Safety Tips for Fireworks: In the City of Boise, it is lawful to sell and use “Safe and Sane Fireworks” beginning June 23 until midnight July 5.

Dangerous and Prohibited Fireworks

These examples are NOT considered “safe and sane” fireworks:

• Fireworks containing explosive material that will burn or deflagrate when ignited.  (Examples include, but are not limited to, firecrackers, cherry bombs, M-80s.)
• Fireworks that leave the ground of their own accord, or fly when tossed into the air. Examples include, but are not limited to, skyrockets, bottle rockets, mortar shells, Roman candles.
• Fireworks designed for ground or near-ground use that travel outside of a 15-foot diameter circle.
• Fireworks designed for ground or near-ground use that, as a means of propulsion, emit showers or sparks longer than 12 inches.
• Fireworks designed for use from a stationary position that emit sparks, showers, or flaming balls, vertically more than 20 feet; or from which discharged material falls beyond a 20-foot diameter circle.

Before Lighting Fireworks

• Check to make sure you are in an area where it’s legal to light off fireworks. Fireworks are prohibited in the Boise foothills and city parks (see additional information above).
• Use legal fireworks, available at licensed outlets. If you accidentally start a fire, you can be sentenced to jail time and ordered to pay restitution for putting out the fire.
• Store fireworks out of the reach of children.
• Always read and follow label directions.
• Place pets indoors; they may be easily frightened by fireworks.
• Always have water handy (garden hose or bucket of water).

When Lighting Fireworks

• A responsible adult should always light fireworks.
• Keep matches and lighters away from children.
• Use outdoors only.
• Light only one firework at a time and move away quickly.
• Keep children and pets away from fireworks.
• Always remember, do not throw fireworks or hold them in your hand.

After Lighting Fireworks

• Soak used fireworks thoroughly in a bucket of water.
• Dispose of used fireworks and debris properly.
• Never re-light a “dud” firework (wait 15-20 minutes and then soak it with water).