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Santa Fe County bans ‘high-risk' fireworks for a month
SANTA FE COUNTY, N.M. (KRQE) — With the Fourth of July approaching, Santa Fe County has declared severe drought conditions and banned the sale and use of certain fireworks. The county says this is for unincorporated and wildland areas.
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The fire marshal proposed the ban on certain fireworks, including the following:
Ground and hand-held sparkling devices
Cone fountains
Crackling devices
Cylindrical fountains
Flitter sparklers
Ground spinners
Illuminating torches
Wheels
The resolution went into effect June 10 through July 10, but may be extended if dry conditions continue. 'This fireworks ban is a preventive measure to protect lives, property, and the environment,' said Fire Marshal Jaome Blay. 'We urge all residents to avoid personal use of fireworks and instead attend professionally produced public displays.'
The ban is part of Resolution 2025-65, which says permissible fireworks must only be used on paved or barren surfaces with a readily available water source. If someone uses one of those fireworks, they are strongly encouraged to follow these safety recommendations.
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