Firework Restrictions & Recreational Fires

By Capt. Dan Brown, UFA

With July here, I just wanted to remind you of the fireworks restrictions here in Holladay. It remains the same, with fireworks being banned East of 1300 East. Although we aren’t as dry this year as in years past, the heavy foliage and tree canopy always present significant risks. For the areas in Salt Lake County you are able to discharge fireworks, you can find those at unifiedfire.org.

Please use extreme caution when using fireworks during the season. If high winds, precipitation, or other adverse weather conditions prevail, fireworks discharge should be postponed or discontinued until weather conditions improve.

Holladay will be having their own awesome fireworks show on July 4th at 10 PM at the City Hall Park with a concert starting at 8 PM.

Recreational fire guidelines:

The fire code allows residents to have small recreational fires at their residences. The fuel area cannot exceed 3ft in diameter by 2ft in height. Burning is limited to dry, clean, natural materials... no garbage, plastics, rubber, oils or construction waste.

• Verify that it is a green burn day by checking the air quality forecast.

• Keep open fires 25 feet away from structures or combustible materials. Fires contained in improved barbecue pits or portable outdoor fireplaces require a minimum of 15 feet of clearance. LP or natural gas fire pits or grills require 10 feet of clearance.

• Have a method of extinguishment readily available. Keep a garden hose or bucket of water close by.

• Fires must be constantly attended until fully extinguished.