In a release sent out June 15, the town of Prosper is emphasizing a prohibition of fireworks within town limits this summer.
"Every year throughout the country the careless, indiscriminate, and often illegal, use of retail fireworks results in tragic and irreversible consequences for both the user and, sadly, the innocent homeowner" said Prosper Fire Marshal Bryan Ausenbaugh.
Ausenbaugh noted that firework related tragedies tend to increase in the weeks leading up to July 4 celebrations, but “while merchants are free to set up retail fireworks sales stands where allowed by law, it is still not legal to have those items in your possession within Prosper.”
“If a person or persons are found in violation of this ordinance, they may be issued a citation,” added Ausenbaugh. “They will then be required to appear in Municipal Court, and if found guilty, could face fines of up to $2,000 for each offense.”
The town of Propser is offering a free fireworks display scheduled at Frontier Park on the evening of July 3, concluding the second annual Pride in the Sky event.
The Prosper Fire Department wants everyone to have a safe and happy July 4th holiday without retail fireworks. Contact the Fire Department at 972-346-9469 or visit www.prosperfire.com to view the fireworks ordinance.
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