As Independence Day draws near, the skies over Goodyear, Arizona, prepare to be colored with the glow of fireworks, yet local authorities are reminding residents to adhere to the safety regulations in place. Those looking to celebrate the Fourth of July with a bang can purchase fireworks, now legal for sale across Arizona, including Goodyear, from today until July 6, according to the City of Goodyear's official announcement.
However, fireworks usage in Goodyear comes with restrictions designed to ensure public safety - these restrictions include confining the use of fireworks to private property, and remember, that doesn't mean you're free to set them off just about anywhere because city parks, streets, and sidewalks are off-limits. For those thinking about aerial displays, the city has made it clear that any fireworks that launch into the skies—bottle rockets and Roman candles included are illegal.
For families gearing up for festivities, the city's guidelines are firm: "Never allow children to handle or light fireworks." This caution extends to the manner in which one should ignite the celebratory explosives, "When lighting fireworks, make sure to do so on a flat solid surface away from any buildings or flammable materials," with a bucket of water or hose nearby to douse spent fireworks. Citizens are instructed to let their dud fireworks fizzle out, with no attempts at re-ignition; after the show, these spent bursts of joy should be soaked in water for a solid 24 hours, then sealed in a plastic bag before they meet their end in the trash—recycling bins are not a stage for their final act.
The after-hours include other rules too, echoing sentiments of consideration for resting neighbors, fireworks are barred from use between the hours of 11 p.m. and 8 a.m.; should the sound of illegal fireworks disrupt the peace, Goodyear Police Department stands ready at 623-932-1220 to handle the reports.
