You’ve probably noticed that fireworks are being sold in Nevada, so here’s what you need to know about using them in our community.
The City of Nevada, IA allows residents to shoot fireworks during the following dates and times only:
Saturday, July 1, through Monday, July 3: Fireworks can be discharged in the evenings from 6-10 p.m.
Tuesday, July 4: Fireworks can be discharged on the holiday for an extended time period: Noon-11 p.m.
To shoot fireworks, the City Code requires the following rules be followed:
- You must be 18 or older to discharge a DOT 1.4 class consumer firework without parental supervision.
- Any person discharging fireworks assumes RESPONSIBILITY for their operation and the consequences thereof. Do not discharge them in a reckless manner or manner likely to cause death, injury, fire, or property damage.
- Do not set off fireworks on a public street!
- Discharge fireworks only on property you own or property where the owner’s consent has been given and the owner of the property is present.
- No one can discharge fireworks who is showing visible signs or is determined to be intoxicated or under the influence of a drug or narcotic.
