Ad Spot

Fireworks ban amended, still illegal inside city

By Staff
Clif Knight, Hartselle Enquirer
An amendment to an "emergency drought" declaration in North Alabama will allow Fourth of July celebrants to shoot some types of fireworks in areas where they are normally allowed.
The amendment, which was issued by State Forester Linda Casey June 20 with the approval of Gov. Bob Riley, allows ground level fireworks such as basic firecrackers, sparklers and poppers to be used. Bottle rockets and other aerial devices with fins or rudders remain under restriction unless they are discharged over water or in a display that has been approved by the State Forestry Commission and State Fire Marshal.
She said three of the state's largest fireworks distributors indicated they would immediately remove all rocket-type fireworks from their shelves.
Even though fireworks are sold by outlets located in unincorporated areas on the north and east fringes of Hartselle, the discharge of fireworks is unlawful in the city.
"Based on past experience, most of our citizens are aware that it's unlawful to shoot fireworks in town and they obey the law," said Hartselle Police Chief Investigator Capt. Tom Sparks. "However, in cases where the law is violated and we get complaints, we'll respond and take appropriate action."
The change was prompted by rain showers that fell in the state June19; however, the rain was not sufficient to remove the "no burn" and "emergency drought" orders.
State Fire Marshal Ed Paulk recommended those who plan to make fireworks a part of the holiday celebration to keep a water hose or fire extinguisher close in the event of an emergency.

FRONT PAGE FEATURED

Hartselle students to perform outdoor concert Saturday

Country News

Town-wide yardsale draws hundreds

FRONT PAGE FEATURED

Mural, mural on the wall

Falkville

Town of Falkville to hold Star Spangled Day July 1  

Editor's picks

Celebrating 70 years  

FRONT PAGE FEATURED

Garrison elected president of state League of Municipalities 

Hartselle

College Street Players to present Disney’s Beauty and the Beast  

FRONT PAGE FEATURED

Hartselle man charged with abuse of 5-year-old

FRONT PAGE FEATURED

Congrats, grads!  

At a Glance

Lunch and Learn scheduled for June 5, July 10

At a Glance

City adjusts garbage routes for holiday

FRONT PAGE FEATURED

East Morgan tag office closed this week 

FRONT PAGE FEATURED

A century of learning: Three educators retire from Crestline Elementary 

Decatur

Police: Lead used to poison chiropractor’s wife may have come from his Decatur office

Danville

Lady Hawks advance to state tournament

Hartselle

Hartselle trio nominated for K-Love’s artist, group and song of the year 

FRONT PAGE FEATURED

SAR honors Hartselle educator 

FRONT PAGE FEATURED

Miracle moments: Softball league allows individuals with special needs to play sports 

FRONT PAGE FEATURED

Hartselle alum selected as Crimsonette captain

News

Secret Service, US Marshalls aid in arrest of Hartselle man 

News

Morgan County students promote Mental Health Fest

Hartselle

Home runs, family fun

News

Hartselle students present Good Character expo 

Hartselle

Local students inducted into Phi Kappa Phi  

x