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How do I know if particular fireworks are legal?: The Washington State Patrol maintains the list of legal fireworks, which includes ground and hand-held sparkler devices, certain aerial devices (small mortars), smoke devices, and devices which offer combinations of these effects. Firecrackers, salutes, chasers, skyrockets, and bottle rockets are not allowed. For further information, including examples, please visit the Washington State Patrol website or call the toll free number 888-295-8594.

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Fire Department and Emergency Medical Services

An ordinance adopted 11/16/21, states that the only fireworks allowed in Bothell are snakes/worms, party poppers, snappers, novelty smoke devices, sparklers, and tanks. The possession of sparklers and tanks, which are consumer fireworks, are allowed from 12:00 pm on July 1 until 11:00 pm on July 4 each year. Discharge of sparklers and tanks are allowed on July 4 of each year between the hours of 9:00 am and 11:00 pm.

The sale of consumer fireworks in Bothell is illegal.

For firework and noise complaints, call the non-emergency number: 425-486-1254.

If there is an immediate threat to life or property, including a fire or injuries, call 911.

2. Are you hiring firefighters?: For information about open positions with Bothell Fire and E.M.S., please contact our Human Resource Department.

3. How do I schedule a station tour?: Thank you for your interest in scheduling a tour with Bothell Fire Department. Tours can be scheduled by appointment. Please click here to complete our online form and provide a minimum of 20 days notice.
Public Education Division.

4. How do I submit a Public Records Request?: Public Records Requests can be submitted by completing a Public Records Request form (PDF).

5. When is your next CPR or First Aid class?: CPR and First Aid classes are not currently being offered to the public. To find a class near you please visit www.redcross.org. Woodinville and Northshore Fire Departments also provide CPR and First Aid courses.
CPR and First Aid Class page.

6. How do I know if particular fireworks are legal?: The Washington State Patrol maintains the list of legal fireworks, which includes ground and hand-held sparkler devices, certain aerial devices (small mortars), smoke devices, and devices which offer combinations of these effects. Firecrackers, salutes, chasers, skyrockets, and bottle rockets are not allowed. For further information, including examples, please visit the Washington State Patrol website or call the toll free number 888-295-8594.

Washington State Patrol Website