Highland City maintained a ban on permitted fireworks areas through July 25. The restriction was part of an effort to manage high fire danger levels caused by environmental conditions and thin firefighting resources resulting from massive wildfires burning across the state.
Officials noted that many neighboring Utah cities also upheld similar bans during the period.
While retailers were still legally allowed to sell state-approved explosives, use within Highland City was not permitted. However, professional displays remained exempt from the ban, such as the Highland Fling fireworks show held at Heritage Park.
Highland City coordinated with other Utah County entities to provide a free professional fireworks show over Utah Lake on Pioneer Day.
Residents were instructed to call dispatch at 801-756-9800 to report fireworks sightings, as police were authorized to issue citations for violations of the ban.
Fire restrictions also extended to US Forest Service, BLM, and National Park lands. On these lands, campfires and charcoal briquettes were prohibited unless used within designated recreation sites equipped with established rings or grills.
Highland City continues to contract with the Lone Peak Fire District for fire protection and EMS services. The fire station was located at 5582 West Parkway West Drive.
