In El Paso County, the sheriff’s office has given the green light for certain fireworks to light up the sky in celebration of America's 249th birthday. The El Paso County Sheriff’s Office has not instated a fire ban for the unincorporated areas of the county, likely a nod to recent wet weather patterns. On the Sheriff's Office website, Sheriff Joseph Roybal reminded residents that while some fireworks are permitted, items "capable of exploding or leaving the ground" are illegal in Colorado, as a precaution to keep the festivities safe and grounded.
Yet, fireworks enthusiasts need to be vigilant, living or visiting within the domain of various municipalities and special fire districts; the onus is on them to verify the specific restrictions that might be in place. With a simple example, you can't light up any fireworks at all in the City of Colorado Springs, where all fireworks are banned, according to the El Paso County Sheriff’s Office.
Sheriff Roybal used the occasion to express a sentiment of patriotism, saying, "Independence Day is a time to honor the hard-won freedoms our founders secured through great sacrifice—freedoms which form the foundation of the greatest nation on Earth." He extends gratitude to those "in uniform—whether defending our nation overseas or protecting our communities here at home," as obtained by the El Paso County Sheriff’s Office, acknowledging their role in ensuring the freedoms that underpin the nation’s celebrations.
Those planning to partake in July 4th revelries are advised to do so with a sense of responsibility. The Sheriff's Office warns, plan to get home safely, whether through a designated driver, rideshare, or otherwise tactful. Our deputies will remain vigilant throughout the celebration, not hesitating to hold to account any individuals whose reckless behavior threatens the welfare of others.
