The Town of Manila and Millville City have implemented strict prohibitions on fireworks and open flames following warnings of extreme fire danger caused by record dry vegetation and high winds. The restrictions in Manila include a total ban on most fireworks, while Millville City has suspended all private firework usage through July 5.
In the Town of Manila, local authorities issued a fireworks restriction notice citing extreme fire danger and high winds. According to an official notice from Daggett County, the town has prohibited all open fires, allowing only code-compliant residential fire pits. The restrictions also extend to smoking, which is now only permitted within enclosed vehicles, trailers, or buildings, or in areas that are entirely free of dry vegetation.
Further safety measures in Manila include a ban on any cutting, welding, or grinding activities performed in areas containing dry vegetation. Additionally, the use of motorized equipment, such as chainsaws or ATVs, is prohibited unless the machinery is equipped with an approved spark arrestor. The town also clarified that no fireworks purchased outside the State of Utah are permitted within the Town of Manila.
The Town of Manila's restrictions carry significant legal weight for residents and visitors. Daggett County reported that violating these fire safety ordinances is a violation of Town Ordinance and may result in fines of up to $1,000 or a jail sentence of up to six months. Local officials stated the measures were implemented specifically to protect community members, land, and lives during this high-fire-danger season.
Permitted fireworks in Manila are limited to specific small items, such as sparklers, bloom fireworks, and spinners.
In Millville City, the restrictions follow a broader state-level mandate. According to a notice from Millville City, no fireworks are permitted within city limits between July 2 and July 5, 2026. This specific window of prohibition is based on an executive order from Governor Cox and a ban issued by the State Forester regarding all private firework usage.
While private use is prohibited during this period, Millville City noted that fireworks are always banned outside of these specific dates. The city indicated that the current ban will be reevaluated based on environmental conditions prior to the Pioneer Day holiday.
Despite the private usage bans in Millville, some regional celebrations are still moving forward under the Governor's order. Millville City reported that neighboring municipalities are planning to host commercial firework displays.
These authorized shows include a Logan City fireworks display scheduled for July 3 and a Hyrum City fireworks show planned for July 4.
As of early July 2026, both Daggett County and Millville City officials continue to urge residents to remain cautious and responsible. The primary drivers for these heightened restrictions remain the extreme fire danger levels and the high risk posed by dry landscape across the region.
