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OUTDOOR BURNING
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The City of Jackson Fire Department has a
strict mandate regarding outdoor burning. Jackson City Ordinance Code
Policy states:
Section F-403.0 Outdoor burning. “Outdoor incineration of refuse,
leaves, paper, or any other combustible waste material is prohibited;
provided, however, that this ordinance shall not be deemed to prohibit
the use of any citizen or entity of any barbecue, grill, or other
appliance primarily designed for outdoor cooking”
Therefore the use of a fire-pit, wood-burner, etc. that is totally
enclosed is allowable within the city limits. However, using these items
to burn combustibles is entirely prohibited. If you violate this
ordinance you may be subject to a fine. If your fire-pit, wood-burner,
or even your grill because a nuisance to the neighborhood due to the
smoke, please be advised that we may be contact you to put it out!
Fireworks
The City of Jackson Fire Department ordinance regarding fireworks
states:
Section 18-183. Fireworks
No person shall fire, discharge, display or possess any of the
following:
1) Firecrackers, torpedoes, skyrockets, Roman candles, bottle rockets,
whistling chasers, rockets on sticks or other fireworks of like
construction containing more than .25 grain of explosive mixture.
2) Fireworks containing an explosive or flammable compound or a tablet
or other device commonly used and sold as fireworks containing nitrates,
fulminates, chlorates, oxalates, sulphides of lead, barium, antimony,
arsenic, mercury, nitroglycerine, phosphorous, or a compound containing
these or other modern explosives.
Here are some safety tips, when it comes to buying, using, or enjoying
your fireworks:
Always buy from a n established retail outlet
Never make your own fireworks, and be on the lookout for teens
experimenting with home-made fireworks.
Have a responsible adult in charge.
Never give fireworks to children.
Always read and follow the directions on the label
Only use fireworks outdoors…
Keep a bucket of water handy
The person shooting the fireworks should wear eye protection – and
never have any part of their body over a firework.
Light only one firework at a time – and never re-light a “dud”
firework.
Never shoot fireworks in metal or glass containers – and don’t even
think about carrying them in your pocket!
Dispose of fireworks properly – when you’re done – soak them in water
before putting them in the trash can.
For more tips and information please visit www.firworksafety.com. Be
smart and responsible!
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