TARRANT COUNTY (WBAP/KLIF)- With Fourth of July approaching, the Tarrant County Fire Marshall reminds people about firework safety.
Fire Marshall Randy Renois said it’s illegal to ignite fire works in the city but you are allowed in the unincorporated areas if you own land or have permission.
He said if you aren’t safe, and don’t follow rules you can be fined and arrested.
“If you decide to shoot fire works you want to make sure your grass is cut low to prevent grass fires and also stay away from homes, storage buildings and make sure children are away as well,” Renois said.
Renois also adds to keep animals locked up, they may be scared with the sound and also to consider the Veterans suffering from PTSD.
He urges people to go to public firework viewing displays so you don’t have to worry about violating the law. 
But if you are going to, make sure to follow these rules he has provided:
CLASS C MISDEMEANOR:
- A person may not explode or ignite fireworks within 600 feet of any church, a hospital other than a veterinary hospital, an asylum, a licensed child care center, or a public or private primary or secondary school or institution of higher education unless they receive authorization in writing from that organization
- A person may not sell at retail, explode, or ignite fireworks within 100 feet of a place where flammable liquids or flammable compressed gasses are stored and dispensed.
- A person may not explode or ignite fireworks within 100 feet of a place where fireworks are stored or sold
- A person may not ignite or discharge fireworks within or from a motor vehicle.
- A person may not place ignited fireworks in, or throw fireworks at a motor vehicle.
Also if these violations end up hurting or killing someone or property damage, it’s a class B misdemeanor.
From now until midnight on the Fourth of July, fireworks can be sold 24 hours a day.
