KOSCIUSKO — In anticipation of the upcoming Independence Day holiday, residents should review Indiana’s fireworks laws to make sure they are in compliance. Residents are permitted to use consumer fireworks such as bottle rockets, roman candles, fire crackers, sparklers, ground spinners, cone fountains, wheels and cylindrical fountains. Special fireworks such as 1.3G fireworks require a …read more.

INDIANA — Fireworks season has arrived and the State Fire Marshal is reminding all Hoosiers to be mindful of fireworks laws when celebrating this summer. “Fireworks can be very entertaining to watch but there are laws in place that are often overlooked when it comes to their usage,” said State Fire Marshal Jim Greeson. “We …read more.

With Independence Day quickly approaching, many are beginning to plan their Fourth of July celebrations. As barbecues are planned and fireworks purchased, excitement for the holiday can sometimes take precedence over safety concerns. According to the National Fire Protection Association, in 2011, fireworks caused an estimated 17,800 reported fires. This included a total of 1,200 …read more.

The Indiana State Police would like all Hoosiers to have a safe Independence Day holiday. Due to many Hoosiers celebrating our nation’s independence with the use of fireworks, the Indiana State Police would like to inform citizens of the Indiana fireworks law which is in place for the safety of everyone. Only individuals over the …read more.