Politics & Government

Fairfax County Video Offers Fireworks Safety Tips

County emergency responders received more than 400 calls related to fireworks last year.

Fairfax County is offering a video that goes over some safety tips to remember when lighting fireworks this weekend.

Assistant Fire Marshal Lt. Raul Castillo narrates the video.

County safety tips include:

Find out what's happening in Greater Alexandriawith free, real-time updates from Patch.

  • Follow manufacturer's directions.
  • Have bystanders 25 feet away.
  • Have water nearby.
  • Light fireworks one at a time.
  • Light fireworks on flat surface.
  • Store fireworks in a cool, dry place.

For more information, contact the Fairfax County Fire and Rescue Department at (703) 246-3801.


Get more local news delivered straight to your inbox. Sign up for free Patch newsletters and alerts.

We’ve removed the ability to reply as we work to make improvements. Learn more here