By City of Alliance
At its June 16, 2026 meeting, the Alliance City Council voted to prohibit the sale and discharge of fireworks within the city limits due to ongoing drought conditions and elevated fire danger.
The decision was made out of concern for public safety and the significant fire risk currently facing our community. Dry conditions, high temperatures, and wind can quickly turn a small fireworks-related incident into a large and dangerous fire.
The Alliance Police Department would like to remind residents that this ordinance will be actively enforced. Violation of the fireworks ban may result in a citation carrying a fine of up to $1,000.00. Individuals who refuse to comply or who repeatedly violate the ordinance may be subject to custodial arrest and confiscation of fireworks.
We understand that fireworks are a longstanding Fourth of July tradition, but current conditions require everyone to do their part to protect lives, property, and our community. We appreciate your cooperation and ask that you help us keep Alliance safe during this period of elevated fire danger.
Please note that the decision regarding the City's public fireworks display on July 4th has not yet been made. Any permit for a public fireworks display will be evaluated by the Fire Chief based on current weather conditions, fuel moisture levels, fire danger, and an overall assessment of public safety risks at that time. While everyone hopes the community display can proceed as planned, public safety will remain the primary consideration in making that determination.
This is not a symbolic ban and it is not a suggestion. The current fire danger is real, and the ordinance will be enforced accordingly. We ask for your cooperation in helping prevent a potentially devastating fire and ensuring a safe Independence Day for everyone in our community.