FAQs • Washougal, WA • CivicEngage

Can I be held liable for damage and costs incurred in suppressing fires caused by use of fireworks, by myself or my child?: Yes! You may be subject to arrest for Reckless Burning in the First Degree 9A.48.040 or Second Degree 9A.48.050 depending on what type of structure or property is damaged, even if you did not intend on damaging it. Additionally, if you use fireworks in a reckless manner and someone is injured as a result, you may be subject to arrest for Unlawful discharge or use of fireworks 70.77.488.

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Fireworks

1. I'm not sure if I live within Washougal city limits or the greater county. How can I find out?: You can type your address into this online tool to find out if you live in Washougal city limits or Clark County: https://clark.wa.gov/code-administration/fireworks

Legal fireworks can be purchased during the following time period:

3. Where are the fireworks stands located in Washougal?: There are no fireworks stands located in Washougal city limits.

Yes, as long as they are legal AND meet the definition of Safe and Sane. See definitions below.

“Safe and sane” fireworks are those that are neither projectile nor explosive—basically anything that doesn’t leave the ground.

This includes:

Fireworks that fly, explode or travel more than one foot into the air or more than six feet on the ground.

This includes:

Firecrackers
Salutes
Chasers
Rockets
Aerial missiles and spinners
Mortar-type fireworks
Roman candle-types
Any other device (combination or novelty) that is structurally or functionally similar

Please call 911 if you see the following:

Do Not Call 911 if:

Do Not Call 911 if:

Violations will be punished with a civil infraction and by a fine of:

In addition to citations being issued, any illegal fireworks may be seized.

8. Can I be held liable for damage and costs incurred in suppressing fires caused by use of fireworks, by myself or my child?: Yes! You may be subject to arrest for Reckless Burning in the First Degree 9A.48.040 or Second Degree 9A.48.050 depending on what type of structure or property is damaged, even if you did not intend on damaging it. Additionally, if you use fireworks in a reckless manner and someone is injured as a result, you may be subject to arrest for Unlawful discharge or use of fireworks 70.77.488.