Yellow Springs Fireworks Display

The skies of Yellow Springs will come alive on Sunday, July 4th with a dazzling display of fireworks. The free display is open to the public and should begin between 9:30 pm and 10 pm at Gaunt Park. In the event of heavy rain, dangerous lightning or high winds, the rain date is Monday, July 5th. This year’s show will again feature exhibitor Nick Pitstick and his team.

The event is sponsored by the Yellow Springs Lion’s Club in cooperation with the Village of Yellow Springs, Yellow Springs Police Department and Miami Township Fire-Rescue. The fireworks are generously supported by donations from individuals and local business.

Prior to and immediately after the display, Gaunt Park’s ball fields will be shut down so that the fireworks can be safely set-up. The path to Gaunt Park from S. High Street will also be closed during this time. Limited parking is available at the park; residents are advised to walk or bike if possible. Picnicking is allowed at the park; however, alcoholic beverages are prohibited.

MTFR reminds residents that the only types of fireworks that can be legally purchased and discharged in Ohio are trick and novelty devices. These include items that smoke, sparkle, snap and snake. For those who choose to have their own display using these legal fireworks, the fire department encourages residents to follow some important safety tips:

• Handle and discharge trick and novelty devices only under adult supervision.
• Appoint one adult to be in charge; this person should know the hazards of each type of firework being used.
• Carefully read and follow the label directions on the trick and novelty device packaging.
• Light only one sparkler at a time and hold it away from your body and other people.
• Sparkler wires, which can burn at temperatures of up to 1800 degrees, should immediately be placed in a bucket of water to avoid injury as they remain hot for several minutes after burnout.

If someone gets burned, run cool water over the wound for 2-3 minutes and seek medical attention when necessary.

For more information, contact Chief Colin Altman at 767-7842 or the Yellow Springs Police Department at 767-7206.