Fireworks sales begin ahead of July 4 holiday

RITZVILLE – It’s almost Independence Day and fireworks will once again be on full-color display across Washington state, and the nation.

According to the state Fire Marshall’s Office, four fireworks stands have been licensed to operate in Adams County.

A total of 538 fireworks retail licenses have been issued by Washington state this year, not counting tribal fireworks stands and wholesalers.

Under state law, retail fireworks stands could open at noon Tuesday, June 28.

Fireworks can be sold from 9 a.m. to 11 p.m. daily through July 4.

They can also be sold from 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. July 5.

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