Not long ago we shared information about Cobb fireworks safety from the Cobb Fire Department for the July 4 holiday.
CFD has issued an update, in regards to county noise ordinance that was passed a year ago. The revised ordinance bans fireworks after 9 p.m., with several exceptions, including the July 4 holiday.
Cobb Police have added some additional information this afternoon, saying that the allowable fireworks discharge periods are from 7 a.m. to midnight, Tuesday July 3, and Wednesday July 4.
Police say you cannot shoot firearms in the air (“celebratory gunfire”) at any time, even if no one is injured, and you’ll be subject to arrest for reckless conduct if you do. You’re also prohibited from discharging fireworks while traveling on any roads.
The usual 9 p.m. fireworks prohibition will resume on Thursday, July 5 and continues into the Labor Day holiday weekend.
CFD also issued this warning:
“Persons choosing to use fireworks should be cognizant of their responsibility to discharge them safely without endangering other persons or property. Please be advised that you have a legal duty to exercise reasonable care in using fireworks and are presumed to intend the natural and probable consequences of your acts. As a result, you may be subject to potential criminal and/or civil liability for any damage to persons or property resulting from your use of fireworks.”
If you’d prefer to take in the fireworks in public venues, there are celebrations starting at 5 p.m. Wednesday at Fifth Third Bank near the Kennesaw State University campus, and Glover Park on the Marietta Square around 9:30 p.m.
The Marietta celebrations go on all day, starting with a parade at 10 a.m. and concerts, arts and crafts, food, games and more.
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