4th of July; Safety First

Firework sales began this week in Nebraska, and the Sidney Police Department is offering a few rules and safety tips.

From the Police Department:

Fireworks may be shot during the week prior to the 4th of July until 10pm.

Fireworks may be shot on the 4th of July until midnight and on July 5th until 10pm.

Know your fireworks; read the cautionary labels and follow instructions before lighting.

A responsible adult should supervise ALL fireworks activities. NEVER give fireworks to children

Use fireworks OUTDOORS in a clear area; away from buildings and vehicles. Be aware of wind direction and nearby danger areas such as dry grassy areas, wheat fields or flammable debris.

Alcohol and fireworks do not mix. Save your alcohol for after the show.

ALWAYS have a bucket of water and a hose nearby and ready to use.

NEVER carry fireworks in your pocket or shoot them into metal or glass containers.

NEVER throw fireworks AT vehicles, NEAR vehicles or FROM vehicles.

PLEASE dispose of your fireworks properly. Spent fireworks should be wet down and placed in a metal trash can away from buildings or combustible materials until the next day. DO NOT put fireworks into dumpsters until they have completely cooled. PLEASE DO be mindful of your friends and neighbors by cleaning up after yourself!

PETS

Please remember that fireworks can be terrifying for our pets, please be considerate when lighting fireworks and keep them far away from animals.

Keep your pets indoors in a safe room, minimize the noise as much as possible

Make sure that your pet has ID tags on so that they may be returned safely to you if they do try to run away.