Updated on July 3, 2024 — In a unanimous decision, the City Council has approved an amendment to Ordinance No. 3311, commonly known as the firework ordinance, allowing an additional day for discharging fireworks this year.
The newly approved date, Saturday, June 6, 2024, aligns with the annual firework show downtown, providing residents with an extra opportunity to celebrate.
As the 4th of July approaches, city residents can now purchase firework permits at Guthrie City Hall. Priced at $15 each, these permits allow for the legal discharge of fireworks during the extended celebration period.
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Permitted Firework Times and Dates
Under the current ordinance, fireworks can be legally discharged on July 3, 4, and 5 from 10 a.m. until 11 p.m.
Potential Extension for Additional Day
The city council could consider an additional extension for firework celebrations by adding Saturday, July 6, to the permitted firework dates at a future council meeting. This follows last year’s decision where the council approved two extra days beyond the original ordinance.
Safety and Compliance
Residents are reminded to adhere to the specified times and dates for fireworks to ensure safety and compliance with local regulations.
How to Purchase a Permit
Firework permits can be purchased in person at Guthrie City Hall. The process is straightforward, and the permits are available during regular business hours. Residents are encouraged to obtain their permits early to avoid last-minute rushes and to ensure they are well-prepared for the festivities.
Residential Fireworks Discharge Regulations
· An adult person over the age of 18 may obtain a permit from the City of Guthrie to discharge Class C fireworks only from 10:00 a.m. to 11:00 p.m. on July 3, 4, and 5 or from 11:30 p.m. to 11:59 p.m. on December 31; from 12:00 a.m. to 12:30 a.m. on January 1. Requires two separate permits. **Note: Council may extend the number of days.
· Fireworks must be discharged on a non-combustible surface of sufficient size to contain the entire ground portion of the display and must be located on residential property outside of the Capitol Townsite Historic District and not closer than 25 feet from any permanent structure, and;
· The adult permit holder must be physically present and within 100 feet of the point of display for any household member to use the fireworks. The permit must be prominently displayed at the location listed on the permit during the discharge of the fireworks and available for examination by any public safety officer.
· Private persons may not use or discharge fireworks on any public property, street or easement, or within the Capitol Townsite Historic District unless approved by the City of Guthrie
· No more than 25 people can be at the location listed on the permit at the time the fireworks are discharged unless approved by the City of Guthrie.
· Permit holder will have an extinguishment device (water or fire extinguisher) available at the site of fireworks discharge.
· The permit holder is responsible for cleaning up any debris caused by any person discharging fireworks at the location listed on the permit.
· Permit holder is responsible for damage or injury to other persons or property resulting from fireworks use.
· In the event that the Governor of the State of Oklahoma calls a Red Flag Fire Alert or Burn Ban for the area, or the City of Guthrie Fire Department determines that the City of Guthrie is in danger of fire due to weather conditions, the City of Guthrie may declare the use of fireworks to be illegal and all fireworks permits to be void, without refund.
· Any violations of these regulations may result in fines and/or confiscation of fireworks.
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