Fireworks in Olathe illegal; city fireworks display at Great Mall July 4

Fireworks caused 197 reported fireworks-related injuries in Kansas in 2012, according to the Kansas State Fire Marshal’s Office.

Some sparklers, a holiday favorite, may burn at temperatures of up to 1800º Fahrenheit, which is as hot as volcano lava.

In an effort to keep people safe, the possession, sale or use of fireworks in Olathe is prohibited.

Professional fireworks displays add enjoyment to many holidays. To keep you and your family safe this Fourth of July the Olathe Fire Department recommends leaving the fireworks to the professionals. Professionals take extensive safety precautions and follow many regulations when creating such spectacular displays.

Olathe’s public fireworks display is July 4 at dusk – about 9:30 p.m. – at the Great Mall of the Great Plains, I-35 and 151st Street.

“Let’s have a safe and patriotic holiday by leaving fireworks to the professionals,” said Olathe Fire Chief Jeff DeGraffenreid.