Following the cancellation of the City of Rosenberg’s Fourth of July celebration due to extreme drought, city officials are reminding residents that fireworks are banned within city limits and are encouraging residents to exercise fire safety.
Fireworks are banned at all times within the City limits of Rosenberg. The Fire Marshal’s office will be patrolling for violators over the holiday and will have zero tolerance for fireworks violations. Persons found in possession of or using fireworks will receive a citation and the fireworks will be confiscated.
Additionally, the city and the Rosenberg Fire Department would like to remind residents about the importance of taking steps each day to prevent fires, especially in the extreme drought and fire risk the area is facing. The following tips are provided as general guidelines:
- Never leave barbecue pits unattended. When barbecuing, place your pit/cooker on concrete instead of the grass. If using charcoal or wood, make sure that the fire has been extinguished by soaking it with a garden hose before disposing of the coals.
- Do not use any kind of fireworks, including sparklers. Any firework produces enough heat to start a fire. In dry conditions, a small fire can become a large one very quickly.
- Dispose of cigarette butts in an appropriate container. Flipping them from the window of your car is never a good idea however, it can be disastrous in times of drought and high fire risk.
- Be a good neighbor. Do not use fireworks and encourage your neighbors to refrain also. Do not be afraid to call for assistance from the Fire or Police Departments if someone is jeopardizing your neighborhood or property. Public safety concerns related to fire risk may be relayed to Rosenberg Police Dispatch at 832-595-3700.
For further information on the current Texas Wildfire Situation, and tips on how to help prevent wildfires, visit the Texas Forest Service’s website at: txforestservice.tamu.edu, or the National Fire Prevention Association’s webpage, nfpa.org.
