Fireworks

FIREWORKS SAFETY

Be safe during your 4th of July fireworks celebrations! As you do, here are some facts to consider from the National Fire Protection Agency related to fireworks: According to the National Fire Protection Agency (NFPA), on average each year, fireworks start 18,500 fires, including 1,300 structure fires, 300 vehicle fires, and 16,900 outside and other fires.  These fires cause an annual average of 3 deaths, 40 civilian injuries, and $43 million in direct property damage. Please make sure you and your family don’t become a statistic and be careful! For fireworks complaints, contact the Linn County Sheriff's Office non-emergency number at (541) 967-3950.