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1. When can I purchase fireworks in Washougal?

NOT ALLOWED THIS YEAR DUE TO INCREASED FIRE DANGER

2. Where are the fireworks stands located in Washougal?

NOT ALLOWED THIS YEAR DUE TO INCREASED FIRE DANGER

3. If I buy fireworks in another area, like the county or another city, can I use them in Washougal?

Yes, as long as they are legal AND meet the definition of Safe and Sane. See definitions below. 

LEGAL

“Safe and sane” fireworks are those that are neither projectile nor explosive—basically anything that doesn’t leave the ground.

This includes:

• Fountains
• Sparklers
• Smokeballs
• Snake-type fireworks
• Ground-spinning fireworks
• Pinwheels
• Most novelty fireworks
• Toy-trick noisemakers
• Some crackling items

ILLEGAL

Fireworks that fly, explode or travel more than one foot into the air or more than six feet on the ground.

This includes:

• Firecrackers
• Salutes
• Chasers
• Rockets
• Aerial missiles and spinners
• Mortar-type fireworks
• Roman candle-types
• Any other device (combination or novelty) that is structurally or functionally similar

4. When should I call 911 regarding fireworks?

Please call 911 if you see the following:

• If fireworks are still going off after 1 am on January 1st
• If there is a fire
• If there is an injury
• If someone is recklessly using fireworks and putting lives in danger
• If people are being reckless and putting others in danger

Do Not Call 911 if:

• Your neighbors are setting off fireworks
• It is 10:30 PM and you need to get up early tomorrow
• The noise is upsetting your animals
• Non-Emergency calls should go to 311

5. When should I NOT call 911?

Do Not Call 911 if:

• Your neighbors are setting off fireworks
• It is 10:30 PM and you need to get up early tomorrow
• The noise is upsetting your animals
• Non-Emergency calls should go to 311

6. What can happen if I get caught using illegal fireworks?

Violations will be punished with a civil infraction and by a fine of:

• $250 – first offense
• $500 – second offense
• $750 – third offense
• $1,000 – each subsequent offense within a three-year period

In addition to citations being issued, any illegal fireworks may be seized.

7. Can I be held liable for damage and costs incurred in suppressing fires caused by use of fireworks, by myself or my child?

Yes! You may be subject to arrest for Reckless Burning in the First Degree 9A.48.040 or Second Degree 9A.48.050 depending on what type of structure or property is damaged, even if you did not intend on damaging it. Additionally, if you use fireworks in a reckless manner and someone is injured as a result, you may be subject to arrest for Unlawful discharge or use of fireworks 70.77.488.