With conflicting state and city rulings on fireworks, BG BOOM organizers look to make a clear statement to remind the public about how these rulings impact the operations of the BG Boom Festival and Fireworks.
Organizers are asking that no outside pyrotechnics be brought anywhere on the grounds during Monday’s event, including the parking lots.
Wood County Sheriff Wasylyshyn and Bowling Green Fire Division Chief Moorman were consulted to create the strategic plan for this event.
Because the fairgrounds are in Plain Township, under the jurisdiction of Wood County, Wasylyshyn said that the law states that visitors must get permission from the property owner to set off fireworks on their property.
No permission will be given to anyone attending the BG BOOM Festival and Fireworks to bring any type of pyrotechnics onto the property, including smoke bombs and sparklers.
Moorman referred to the statement released from the city that reminds individuals that ordinance 93.40 supersedes the state law. This ordinance bans the sale and discharge of fireworks and can be read in full at tinyurl.com/3sfsxcaf.
“The safety of our residents and the prevention of fire is our top priority,” Moorman said. “Fireworks can be very dangerous and should be left to the professionals.”
Due to the number of people expected to attend, the organizers ask for the cooperation of the public to keep this event safe. The intent of this event is to bring the community together and enjoy the festival and fireworks, according to a Friday press release by the chamber.
More details on Monday’s event are at
BG booming with fun: Fireworks, food, face painting at the fairgrounds Monday
