When planning your Fourth of July celebrations, keep in mind that fireworks are illegal within Federal Way city limits.

Federal Way will have additional officers on patrol in the days prior to the holiday and on the Fourth of July, and will respond to citizen complaints regarding noise, safety and non-compliance with the law and regulations.

The law is simple in Federal Way: All types of fireworks for personal use are illegal at all times — including handheld sparklers.

Per the Federal Way City Code, an individual’s first violation for fireworks results in a $300 fine and all fireworks will be confiscated.

In June, the city announced the cancellation of the Red, White and Blues Festival and its accompanying fireworks display traditionally scheduled for July 4 at Celebration Park.

To report unlawful uses of fireworks in progress, call the Federal Way police non-emergency number at 253-835-2121.

If you plan to use fireworks in a legal jurisdiction, the Washington State Fire Marshal’s Office has safety tips to keep the holiday safe and memorable.

Purchase Washington legal consumer fireworks from a licensed and locally permitted retail stand.

Only use fireworks outdoors and away from buildings on a flat, level, fireproof surface free from debris.

Read and follow all safety labels and instructions.

Have a water supply and water bucket available at all times.

Light only one firework at a time.

Never place any part of your body directly over a firework.

Never throw fireworks or light fireworks in your hands.

Never pick up or try to re-ignite a firework that fails to light.

Never carry fireworks in your pockets or shoot them from a container.

Always have adults light fireworks. Keep all fireworks, including matches and lighters, away from children.

Allow discharged fireworks to sit for at least 20 minutes before submerging them fully in water for at least 10 minutes. Dispose of drained products in a plastic bag.

Keep all pets indoors and protected from the sights and sounds of the holiday.

For more information about fireworks safety, visit wsp.wa.gov/fireworks or call 360-596-3929.