Celebrate Safely This Fourth of July - LKW

As Independence Day approaches and fireworks go on sale Sunday, June 28, the City of Lakewood and the Lakewood Police Department encourage residents to celebrate responsibly and help keep our community safe.

The discharge of fireworks in Lakewood is prohibited except on Independence Day: July 4: 11 a.m. – 11 p.m.

With dry summer conditions increasing fire risk, residents are reminded to keep grass and vegetation trimmed and maintained. Property maintenance requirements are outlined in the Lakewood Municipal Code and help reduce potential fire hazards throughout the community.

When using fireworks, always follow local laws and manufacturer instructions, keep water nearby, never allow children to handle fireworks, and do not attempt to relight malfunctioning devices. Residents are also encouraged to be considerate of neighbors, veterans, pets, and others who may be sensitive to loud noises.

Reporting Fireworks Complaints:Call 911 for fires, serious injuries, life-threatening emergencies, in-progress crimes, or any situation involving an immediate threat to life or property.

For non-emergency fireworks complaints or violations in Pierce County, residents can use FireworksReport.com from June 28 through July 7. Reports require the address where the activity occurred, along with the reporting party’s name and phone number. Reports are shared with local law enforcement agencies, which determine the appropriate response.

If a complaint is not eligible for online reporting, residents will be directed to call the non-emergency line at 253-287-4455.

Using FireworksReport.com for non-emergency complaints helps keep emergency and non-emergency phone lines available for urgent calls.

By celebrating responsibly and reporting concerns appropriately, residents can help ensure a safe and enjoyable holiday for everyone.

For more information on Summer safety in Lakewood, please visit: https://cityoflakewood.us/summer-safety/