As the clock ticks closer to the New Year, the Redmond Police and Fire departments have issued a reminder to residents: keep the fireworks away as we bid farewell to 2025. In a statement on the city's official social media, officials clarified that fireworks are a no-go in the city limits on New Year's Eve or at any time of the year, citing Redmond Municipal Code 9.26.020. Folks planning a sparkling exit to 2025, it’s time to rethink your countdown festivities.
If you hear or see fireworks lighting up the Redmond night sky, authorities urge you to dial the city’s non-emergency number at 425-556-2500; this is the line to report illegal firework activities. Remember to keep the 911 lines open for emergencies only. It's worth noting that while city facilities will pause services on Jan. 1, those in need of assistance will still find the fire, police, and other critical services at the ready, without interruption throughout the holiday.
The City of Redmond's announcement not only serves as a legal reminder but also as a plea for security, hoping to prevent the injuries and fires that all-too-often accompany the crackles and booms of unsanctioned fireworks displays.
After the holiday, residents reconnecting with the rhythm of ordinary life can expect doors to city hall to reopen at 8 a.m. on Friday, Jan. 2, welcoming the first queries and queues of 2026, as the gears of governance and public service lurch back into their steady grind. So while the shades of the old year linger, and we usher in a new dance around the sun, the community is asked to mind the rules and maintain the peace and safety of Redmond's streets and skies.
