The Frederick County Fire Marshal’s office hopes everyone has a happy and safe 4th of July and would like to remind you that fireworks are dangerous. In Virginia anything that leaves the ground, goes across the ground or explodes such as firecrackers, bottle rockets, and mortars are illegal!
Possession of illegal fireworks carries a maximum penalty of $2500 fine, 12 months in jail, or both. For a list of approved fireworks, safety tips and approved stands please go to our website www.fcva.us/fmo. Read fireworks safety tips here.
Please enjoy your 4th of July with legal Virginia fireworks.
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