The City of Redmond encourages residents to keep city rules and general safety in mind during the Fourth of July holiday.

Namely: Flying and exploding fireworks are prohibited, as well as fireworks that behave in a “uncontrollable and unpredictable manner,” according to City of Redmond Director of Communications Heather Cassaro.

Using illegal fireworks can result in a $500 fine, and repeat offenders may receive a $2,500 fine with the possibility of up to six months in jail, Cassaro said.

According to Redmond Police Lit. Eric Beckwith, people could get fined for illegal firework use.

“We do have the occasion where we could use a criminal offense if the fireworks are determined to be reckless in nature,” Beckwith said.

Some illegal fireworks include sky lanterns, rockets, missiles, firecrackers, cherry bombs, Roman candles and bottle rockets. More information relating to which fireworks are prohibited and prohibited launch areas can be found on the Oregon State Fire Marshal’s website.

“I think it’s important that, you know, here at the City of Redmond, (we) want people to enjoy the Fourth of July, but we also want them to have all their fingers on the Fifth of July and to have their property not burnt and to do so that they’re not impacting other people’s ability to enjoy the Fourth of July,” Beckwith said.

Fireworks use in the Dry Canon Park System is not allowed. This area includes property between the canyon rims from Quartz to Spruce avenues.

According to Cassaro, Redmond’s High Desert climate and dry environment can result in wildfires all year long, but especially during the hot summer months. Illegal firework use can increase wildfire risk .

According to the Oregon State Fire Marshal’s website, some beaches and federal lands are off limits. The office recommends checking the fireworks education page for local jurisdictions.

“To keep everyone safe, always buy legal fireworks from licensed stores or stands,” the page states. “Stay away from people, pets and buildings when lighting fireworks. If a firework doesn’t go off, don’t try to relight it. Instead, soak it in water and throw it away. Always keep a bucket of water or a charged hose nearby in case of a fire.”

After the fireworks go off, Beckwith encourages people to appropriately extinguish them with a bucket of water.

Legal fireworks include fountains, smoke devices, novelty devices, wheels, flitter sparklers and ground spinners.