Firework displays near Mount Pleasant over holiday weekend, fireworks safety reminder


With Independence Day approaching, Mount Pleasant law enforcement is reminding residents to use fireworks safely this Fourth of July.

The City of Mount Pleasant's fireworks ordinance states a person may only discharge or use consumer fireworks on private property on the day before, the day of and the day after a recognized holiday. Fireworks cannot be used between the hours of 1 a.m. and 8 a.m. Fireworks may not be discharged within city limits on any other days of the year.

The ordinance also states a minor shall not possess, ignite, discharge or use consumer fireworks. Fireworks shall not be used while under the influence of alcohol or a controlled substance, or during times when a burning ban has been established by the National Weather Service in Grand Rapids.

In a press release, the Mount Pleasant Police Department provided a list of city regulations and safety tips for residents planning on discharging fireworks this Fourth of July holiday.

  1. Read and follow all warning and instructions.
  2. Never allow children to play with fireworks of any kind.
  3. Wear protective clothing, including eye wear.
  4. Only light devices on smooth, flat surfaces away from residential areas, dry leaves and flammable materials.
  5. Always keep a hose or bucket of water nearby in case of malfunction.
  6. Never try to re-light fireworks that have not fully functioned.

According to the release, the best way to protect your family is to avoid the use fireworks at home entirely. The Mount Pleasant Fire Department recommends attending public fireworks displays and leaving the lighting of fireworks to the professionals.

Forth of July events around Mount Pleasant

  • Fireworks at Soaring Eagle Casino in Mount Pleasant will begin at dusk on Monday, July 4. Soaring Eagle Casino is located at 6800 Soaring Eagle Blvd. The fireworks are free to the public.
  • The public can view the City of Midland's fireworks display on July 4 at Emerson Park at 1300 W Main St., Currie Municipal Golf Course 1300 Currie Pkwy., and Chippewassee Park near the Tridge at 101 Golfside Dr. According to the city's website, crowds can expect an "even bigger dazzling display" due to an increased fireworks budget. The show begins at dusk.
  • Bay City will host three different fireworks displaying beginning June 30 and ending July 2. Crowds can watch the display at Veteran's Park at 800 JFK Dr. or at Wenonah Park at 101 Center Ave. Admission into Veteran's Park is $1. Admission into Wenonah Park is $5.
  • St. Louis fireworks will begin at 10 p.m. on July 2 at Mill Pond on North Mill Street. 
  • Fireworks over Lake Isabella will begin at dusk on July 2 on Clubhouse Drive.  

To find more local firework displays during the holiday weekend, go here.

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