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Fire marshal reminds Camas-Washougal residents of local fireworks rules before Fourth of July

Fire marshal warns: 'Should conditions worsen ... there is the possibility the discharge of all fireworks may be prohibited'

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Fireworks erupt during the Port of Camas-Washougal Fourth of July Concert and Celebration on July 4, 2016. (Post-Record files)

In advance of the upcoming summer season, the Camas-Washougal Fire Marshal’s Office is reminding residents that consumer fireworks can only be discharged on July 4 in Camas and Washougal.

Additionally, a 2017 ordinance limits fireworks use in Washougal to safe and sane fireworks only. Any fireworks that fly, explode, or travel more than 6 feet on the ground or 1 foot into the air (such as mortars and roman candles) do not fit the definition of safe and sane, and are illegal for use in Washougal.

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