JACKSON, Wyo. — As Independence Day approaches, Jackson Hole Fire/EMS wants to remind the public that fireworks are not allowed in Teton County and surrounding public lands.
The ban on pyrotechnics is part of local fire regulations, as fireworks can accidentally ignite wildfires in these dry, summery conditions. Fire danger in the area was elevated to “moderate” on June 25.
“A moderate fire danger rating means fires can start from most accidental causes,” Teton Interagency Fire said in a statement.
Fireworks are only permitted via the special event process through the Town of Jackson or Teton County. Sparklers, however, are permitted.
“Sparklers are a type of firework but do not contain enough explosive components to be ruled a firework,” reads the county’s website. “Please use great care when handling sparklers.”
The public is invited to watch fireworks shows at the base of Snow King Mountain in Jackson on July 4 and at Jackson Hole Mountain Resort in Teton Village on July 3 and July 4.
