Limestone Fire Protection District

Please see the information below from the OSFM office about the new fireworks law in Oklahoma.

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
June 3, 2026
Oklahoma State Fire Marshal's Office Reminds Residents of Fireworks Law Changes and Safety Precautions Ahead of Summer Celebrations
OKLAHOMA CITY, Okla. — During the 2026 legislative session, the Oklahoma Legislature passed and the Governor signed Senate Bill 1948, known as the "Rocket's Red Glare Act." The new law modifies provisions related to the sale and use of consumer fireworks throughout Oklahoma.
Under SB 1948, any Oklahoma State Fire Marshal licensed manufacturers, distributors, wholesalers, and retailers may sell consumer fireworks at wholesale or retail year-round.
The law also clarifies that bottle rockets are considered legal consumer fireworks under Oklahoma law unless otherwise prohibited by local municipal ordinance.
It is important to note that the provisions of SB 1948 apply only to consumer fireworks and do not apply to commercial display fireworks or professional fireworks exhibitions, which remain subject to separate permitting, licensing, and safety requirements.
The legislation limits the authority of counties to prohibit private outdoor consumer fireworks displays conducted for noncommercial purposes when the following conditions are met:
• The display is conducted on private property;
• No county burn ban is in effect; and
• No Red Flag Fire Warning conditions exist.
For purposes of the law, Red Flag Fire Warning conditions include:
• Sustained winds greater than 20 miles per hour;
• Relative humidity below 25 percent; and
• Ten-hour dead fuel moisture is below 9 percent.
Individuals planning to discharge consumer fireworks under these circumstances are required to notify the local responding fire department prior to igniting fireworks.
The law does not affect the authority of incorporated cities and towns to adopt and enforce local ordinances governing the possession, use, and sale of fireworks. Residents are encouraged to check with their local municipality before purchasing or using fireworks, as local restrictions may be more stringent than state law.
Additionally, existing provisions of Oklahoma law remain in effect regarding the sale and discharge of consumer fireworks. Pursuant to Oklahoma law:
• It is unlawful to sell fireworks to children under twelve (12) years of age unless accompanied by an adult.
• It is unlawful to sell fireworks to any intoxicated or irresponsible person.
• Fireworks may not be ignited or discharged within five hundred (500) feet of any church, hospital, asylum, public school, location where fireworks are stored or sold, or any unharvested flammable agricultural crop.
• Fireworks may not be ignited or discharged from a motor vehicle.
• No person may throw or place ignited fireworks into or at a motor vehicle.
• No person may throw or discharge fireworks at or near groups of people.
While SB 1948 expands opportunities for the sale and use of consumer fireworks, fireworks continue to present significant safety risks. Each year, fireworks are responsible for thousands of injuries, fatalities, and millions of dollars in property damage nationwide.
The Oklahoma State Fire Marshal's Office encourages all residents to celebrate responsibly and follow safety recommendations provided by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission:
• Only attend professional fireworks displays whenever possible rather than using consumer fireworks at home.
• Purchase only legal, properly labeled fireworks from licensed sellers.
• Keep a bucket of water or garden hose readily available in case of fire or malfunction.
• Wear protective eyewear when handling or lighting fireworks.
• Never attempt to relight a malfunctioning or "dud" firework. Wait at least 20 minutes, then soak it thoroughly with water before disposal.
• Dispose of all used fireworks by placing them in a bucket of water and allowing them to soak completely before discarding them in the trash.
• Keep children at a safe distance and never allow unsupervised use of fireworks.
• Never point or throw fireworks at another person.
• Do not use fireworks near dry grass, brush, structures, vehicles, or other combustible materials.
• Do not consume alcohol or impairing substances while handling or lighting fireworks.
State Fire Marshal Keith Bryant reminds all Oklahomans to understand the new law, respect local ordinances, and make safety their top priority. Fireworks can be enjoyed safely when used responsibly and in accordance with state and local laws. A safe celebration protects families, neighbors, first responders, and property.
For additional information regarding fireworks laws and fire safety, contact the Oklahoma State Fire Marshal's Office or your local municipality.

QR CODES HAVE BEEN CORRECTED.

Noooo trifling with the weather today, kids. Bigtime threat today east of I-35 with strong tornadoes and very large to giant hail possible. Concentrated in the SE portion of the state, but anywhere in the colored areas should be alert for severe weather today! *CLICK FOR EMBIGGENATION!*

4/23/2026: An update on today/tonight’s severe weather risk.

Storms likely develop in Kansas into northern Oklahoma late this after and early evening. These initial storms will likely go severe quick with all threats possible. We’ll have to watch Osage and Chautauqua (KS) counties closely, as your severe risk looks to be the highest as these storms will have the potential to move in later tonight. There is also a slight chance an isolated severe storm or two develops into central Oklahoma today, but a strong cap is in place and could limit coverage or prevent storm development altogether. A bit more uncertain compared up north, but the area needs to be monitored just in case.

Gradually, we’ll see the northern storms line out. Individual storms embedded in the line will still have an east to west movement, but the line itself will sloooowly move south with time.

Storms may not reach I-44 and the Tulsa metro until after midnight. The hail and tornado threat will be trending down during this time, but the damaging wind threat will remain.

Through early Friday morning, the line will continue its slow progression south, and thankfully the severe risk will continue to lower.

Keep an eye on the weather.

Get those batting helmets out, because somebody out west has the chance for up-to softball size hail today. Oh yeah, chance for a few strong tornadoes, too. Timing is afternoon through evening, west to east. Keep those safety plans handy. *CLICK FOR EMBIGGENATION* https://ticker.mesonet.org/