If you’re planning on shooting off fireworks to ring in 2024, be advised of the allowed procedures under state law and other local restrictions.
According to the Official Code of Georgia Code Title 25, Section 10-2, fireworks can be discharged until 1 a.m. New Year’s Eve, or the first hour of the new year.
On New Year’s Day, fireworks can be discharged until midnight, and there are other restrictions regarding the use of fireworks under that provision.
They include a prohibition against setting off fireworks within 100 feet of an electrical plant, water or waste-water treatment plants; electric substations; gas stations; jails or prisons; hospitals; nursing homes; and other health-care facilities.
In addition, Cobb County Government prohibits use of fireworks in any county park.
Fireworks can be set off only by adults ages 18 and older.
The Cobb Department of Fire and Emergency Services advises those discharging fireworks to refrain from placing any part of your body over a device when lighting the fuse. More safety tips:
- Never try to re-light or pick up fireworks that have not ignited fully.
- Never point or throw fireworks at another person.
- Keep a bucket of water or a garden hose handy in case of fire or other mishaps.
- Light fireworks one at a time, then move back quickly.
- Never carry fireworks in a pocket or shoot them off in metal or glass containers.
- After fireworks complete their burning, douse the spent device with plenty of water from a bucket or hose before discarding it to prevent a trash fire.
Unfortunately, fireworks cause serious noise issues that disturb pets. Cobb Fire advises owners to keep their pets indoors and away from windows, playing music and closing curtains if need be to drown out the noise.
Domestic animals should be collared, tagged and microchipped in case it becomes frightened, escapes and gets lost or injured.
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- Ex-Kell basketball star’s holiday event assists 100+ families
- East Cobb Quilters’ Club exceeds 2023 donation goal
- East Cobb’s Fox Family holiday lights display continues through Jan. 7
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