Measure would be implemented only under emergency, due to dry weather conditions
While fireworks will still be sold in Medical Lake, there is the possibility their discharge on July 4 could be banned in an emergency.
At its May 5 meeting, the Medical Lake City Council voiced their concerns about fireworks and discussed a possible emergency ban on lighting them in city limits.
Medical Lake, along with Airway Heights, currently allows fireworks to be set off in the city. The city has discussed banning fireworks within city limits, in 2008 and in 2013. Some residents were in favor of the ban because of the noise and mess that comes from lighting them, while others see them as an instrumental part of celebrating Independence Day.
However, the council's concerns relate to the recent dry weather and potential wi...
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