Hours for the discharge of fireworks in Great Bend and surrounding area

As the 4^th of July approaches, so do the celebrations and the constant barrage of fireworks. Although the periodic boom of a firework can be heard days leading up until the holiday, the discharge is only legally allowed on July 4^th in the City of Great Bend and Barton County.

Great Bend Fire Department Inspector Mark Orth reminds everyone to be smart and stay safe this Wednesday.

Mark Orth Audio

Other tips from Orth include never attempt to relight malfunctioning fireworks, do not experiment with homemade fireworks, and it is illegal to shoot fireworks within 50 feet of gas stations or any place liquid gas – including propane – is stored.

Recent rains in the Golden Belt have assisted with making the grounds less dry, but Orth reminds everyone the string of extremely hot days can dry things up in a hurry.

Mark Orth Audio

Extra staff from the Great Bend Fire Department will be on duty for the 4^th of July.

Local times for discharge of fireworks:

Barton County area: 8 a.m. to midnight on July 4th only
Great Bend: 10 a.m. – midnight on July 4th only
Hoisington: 7 a.m. to 11 p.m. on July 4^th only
Ellinwood: 8 a.m. to midnight on July 4^th only
Larned: 8 a.m. – 10 p.m. July 1-3, 8 a.m. – midnight on July 4^th