Midvale residents can pick up a free Fireworks Bucket Brigade bucket while supplies last to assist with safe holiday celebrations. The program is part of a community effort to prevent fires by encouraging the proper use and disposal of fireworks.
Bucket pickup location and hours
Buckets are available on the second floor of Midvale City Hall, located at 7505 S Holden Street, Monday through Thursday from 8:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
Safety tips for fire prevention
As part of the Bucket Brigade, residents are encouraged to share safety reminders with others. Key safety steps include keeping a working garden hose or bucket of water nearby during use and placing all spent fireworks, sparklers, and duds in a bucket of water.
Proper soaking and handling procedures
Officials recommend soaking fireworks for at least 20 minutes, though overnight soaking is even better. If a firework fails to ignite, individuals should never attempt to relight it; instead, they should wait at least 20 minutes before placing it in water.
Safe disposal methods for fireworks
Once soaked, fireworks should be placed in a sealed plastic bag before being put into an outdoor trash container. The city notes that fireworks should never be placed in a recycling bin.
Risks of improper fire disposal
Proper disposal is critical because many fireworks remain hot long after they appear to be finished. Smoldering fireworks can ignite landscaping, fences, trash cans, and homes if discarded too early.
Pre-lighting safety precautions and rules
Before lighting any fireworks, residents should ensure a fire extinguisher, bucket of water, or hose is readily available. It is also important to use only legal fireworks, follow all instructions, and supervise children at all times.
