Fireworks in Bonners Ferry: A friendly reminder

As the Fourth of July holiday approaches, the City of Bonners Ferry would like to issue a friendly reminder to city residents and those visiting the city for the holiday about city ordinances and Idaho State Code regarding fireworks inside city limits.

Per Bonners Ferry City Code 7-4-4, no fireworks may be discharged within the city limits. “Fireworks” are defined in Idaho Code section 39-2602 as: any combustible or explosive composition, or any substance or combination of substances, or article prepared for the purpose of producing a visible or audible effect by combustion, explosion, deflagration or detonation. This includes all aerial fireworks as well as ground fireworks. Violation of this code section is a misdemeanor offense and the City Police Department will enforce the ordinance. Further Idaho Code section 39-2611 dictates that parents/guardians are liable for damages caused by any minor child through the use of fireworks.

In lieu of residents lighting off fireworks in city limits the City of Bonners Ferry would encourage everyone to attend the Fourth of July Celebration at the Boundary County Fairgrounds. The fireworks for this event have been specially permitted by the City per Idaho Code requirements. As always, the fireworks display promises to be impressive and is free for one and all to enjoy.

If anyone has questions or concerns about the use of fireworks inside the city limits, please feel free to contact the City of Bonners Ferry at 208-267-3105. To report the use of fireworks within city limits, citizens should utilize the Boundary County Sheriff’s Office dispatch line at 208-267-3151.