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   Station Information

Fire Chief:
Gary E. Bott

Fire Station Address:
11617 Garfield Road
Hiram, Ohio 44234

Station Phone:
(330) 569-9826

Station Fax:
(330) 569-7128

EMERGENCY PHONE:
DIAL 911 EMERGENCY
(330) 569-7505

E-Mail Address:
[email protected]


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   Fireworks & Firecrackers!!!

There are three categories of fireworks in Ohio:

Trick or novelty fireworks, 1.3G (also known as display fireworks) and 1.4G (also known as consumer fireworks).

Trick and novelty fireworks include items such as sparklers, snaps, glow snakes and smoke bombs.  These can be sold and used anywhere in Ohio.  Some local jurisdictions regulate the sale of these items, however The Village of Hiram does not.  You will find some of these items at local retailers during the summer months.

1.3G or display fireworks include items such as aerial shells that are fired from mortars.  A licensed manufacturer or wholesaler can only sell them to a licensed manufacturer, wholesaler or exhibitor.  Only a licensed exhibitor is authorized to discharge 1.3G fireworks in accordance with Ohio law and under the close supervision of the State Fire Marshal and local fire officials.

1.4G or consumer fireworks include items such as firecrackers, bottle rockets, roman candles and fountains.  A licensed manufacturer or wholesaler can only sell these items.  Anyone over the age of 18 may purchase these items, but must sign a form stating that they will transport the fireworks outside the state of Ohio within 48 hours (or 72 hours for non-Ohio residents).  These fireworks cannot legally be discharged anywhere in the state of Ohio. 

Under Ohio’s fireworks law, stiff penalties can be applied for the illegal possession or discharge of fireworks.  It is a first degree misdemeanor for non-licensed individuals to discharge fireworks in Ohio, to falsify an application when purchasing fireworks, or to possess them for more than 48 to 72 hours without taking them to a designated out of state address.  First time offenders are subject up to a $1,000.00 fine and six months imprisonment.  Subsequent violations become felonies of the 5th degree.

Devices such as M-80’s and M-100’s are strictly prohibited under Federal law.  Although banned, these devices still account for one-third of all July 4th injuries.

While fireworks injury rates are at an all-time low, they still remain prevalent.  From 1994 to 1999 the injury rate dropped over 32%.  According to the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission, there were an estimated 9,500 people treated by hospital emergency rooms for fireworks related injuries.  Four deaths were reported in the same year.  An estimated 5,700 of these injuries were treated during the one-month period from June 22 through July 22.  Injuries to children under the age of 15 accounted for about half of the total number of injuries reported.

To help you celebrate safely, follow these safety tips:

  • Stay away from “consumer fireworks and other banned and illegal explosives.
  • Always read and follow label directions.  Even legal fireworks can be dangerous.  Sparklers for example can reach temperatures above 1200 degrees Fahrenheit.
  • Have an adult present.
  • Buy from reliable sellers.
  • Use only outdoors.
  • Always have water on hand (garden hose and a bucket)
  • Never experiment or attempt to make your own fireworks.
  • Light only one device at a time.
  • Never give fireworks to small children.
  • If necessary, always store in a cool, dry place.
  • Dispose of fireworks properly by soaking in water and placing them in your trash can.
  • Never carry fireworks in your pocket.
  • Protect your eyes.
  • Never point or throw fireworks at other people.

When attending a professional fireworks display, observe the following safety precautions:

  • Obey all officials and monitors present and respect safety barriers set up to allow the trained personnel to do their job. 
  • Do not attempt to get close to the firing site.
  • Although it rarely happens, it is possible for a firework component to fall to the ground without exploding. Do not touch or disturb these devices.  Leave the area at once, warn others in the vicinity to stay away and summon police or fire officials at once.
  • Leave pets, especially dogs at home if you are going to a fireworks show.  Pets have very sensitive ears and my actually be injured by the noise.
  • When in attendance at a public fireworks display, you should refrain from using devices like sparklers in large crowds of people.

 

 
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