As Independence Day approaches, the city of Woodburn and the Oregon State Fire Marshal are urging residents to exercise caution when celebrating with fireworks.
Firework restrictions
While fireworks are permitted in Oregon, not all types of fireworks are legal.
According to the state fire marshal, legal fireworks include but are not limited to fountains, flitter sparklers, smoke devices, wheels and ground spinners. These may be purchased during the official sale period from June 23 through July 6.
Illegal fireworks in Oregon include Roman candles, bottle rockets, firecrackers, M-80s, cherry bombs, missiles, rockets and sky lanterns. Possessing or using these illegal fireworks can lead to fines and other penalties, according to the marshal…