RI Resource Recovery Releases Guidelines for Fireworks Disposal
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RI Resource Recovery Releases Guidelines for Fireworks Disposal
According to the guidelines, ignoring disposal rules can put lives in danger as well as cause serious property damage.
“Consumer use of fireworks in R.I. has only been legal since 2010, and people may not know about the best practices for disposal,” said Gary Maddocks, chief of security at R.I. Resource Recovery. “After the backyard celebration, take the time to bag and dispose the leftover pyrotechnics safely and bring them to the Fire Marshal. When something goes wrong with fireworks, it happens very quickly and without warning. The damage can be irrevocable and life changing. Fortunately, it’s preventable.”
GET THE LATEST BREAKING NEWS HERE -- SIGN UP FOR GOLOCAL FREE DAILY EBLASTFireworks in any condition – whether used, unused, or duds, - should be places in a paper bag and brought to the RI State Fire Marshal for disposal. The Fire Marshal’s office is located at 118 Parade Street in Providence; fireworks can be dropped off Monday through Friday between 8:30 am and 4:00 pm.
Guidelines
RI Resource Recovery has three major guidelines for safe fireworks disposal. To avoid injury and property damage:
· Never place fireworks in recycling bins or carts, or garbage cans. The explosives, even in trace amounts, can ignite through friction, causing an explosion, fire and injury to waste handlers, pets and anyone near the containers.
· Do not douse them in water because that may make cause an unexpected explosion. Water may change the composition of fireworks and make them unstable.
· Similarly, don’t store fireworks in plastic bags. The static electricity created by movement can create an ignition source for the fireworks.
Rhode Island's Fourth of July Events 2014
Block Island
Fireworks
July 3, 2014
Time: 9:00 PM
Crescent Beach
7 Corn Neck Rd
Fourth of July Parade
July 4, 2014
West Side Road, Block Island
This traditional parade begins at 11 a.m., starting at the Legion Hall on West Side Road. Floats, marching bands and other entertainment will progress along the main street and end in Old Harbor. The Block Island Fire Department Steak Fry is at 12:30 p.m. at the Fire Barn on Ocean Avenue.
Time : 11 a.m.
Phone : 800-383-2474
Bristol
Bristol’s July 4th Civic, Military, and Fireman's Parade 2014
July 4, 2014
Downtown Bristol
The oldest continuous celebration of its kind in the United States, established in 1785, runs from the corner of Chestnut Street and Hope Street (Route 114) to High Street, between State and Bradford Streets.
Time : Begins at 10:30 a.m.
Phone : 401-253-7000
Pawtucket
Fireworks after Pawtucket Red Sox Games
July 1, 2014 to July 3, 2014
McCoy Stadium, 1 Columbus Avenue, Pawtucket
Fireworks above the stadium follow the regularly scheduled evening Pawtucket Red Sox games.
Time : 9:30 p.m.
Admission : $5-$12
Phone : 401-724-7300
Cumberland
Tucker Field Celebration
July 3, 2014
Fireworks, Entertainment by Kings Row, and Food Truck Rally
Arnold Mills July 4th 2014 Parade
July 4, 2014
Nate Whipple Highway (Route 120) from state line to Arnold Mills Village Common, Cumberland
Local village celebration of America's Independence Day, with road race at 9 a.m., a parade with Shriner's marchers at 11 a.m., and band concert on the green at 1 p.m.
Time : Parade begins at 11 a.m.
Phone : 401-333-1381
Narragansett
Independence Beach Party and Fireworks
July 4, 2014
The festivities will start mid-day with fun filled activities taking place on the beach, followed by a free public performance of the 88th Army Band at 5:00 PM on the deck of the North Beach Clubhouse. The festivities and the band will continue into the evening culminating with a spectacular fireworks display (co-sponsored with the Dunes Club) at 9pm.
Newport
Fourth of July Fireworks
July 4, 2014
Fort Adams State Park, 90 Fort Adams Drive, Wellington Avenue and Washington Street, Newport
The city's annual fireworks go off shortly after dusk from the north end of Fort Adams State Park. Rain date is July 5. Prime viewing locations: Newport Harbor, Fort Adams, Kings Park, all along the waterfront, the Deck, on the docks, 41 North, and Sky Bar at The Clarke Cook House. Parking at Fort Adams and the Visitor's Center.
Phone : 401-841-0707
Independence Day Barbecue and Fireworks
Vanderbilt Grace, 41 Mary Street, Newport
July 4, 2014
Choose from an array of freshly cooked and grilled burgers, hot dogs, ribs, and Waldorf Salad; and delve into some creamy New York Cheesecake for dessert! After dinner, guests will gather on the Roof Deck to take in some fireworks.
Time : Noon - 5 p.m.
Admission : $65
Phone : 401-846-6200
North Providence
Fireworks
July 3, 2014
Governor John A. Notte Jr. Park, off Douglas Avenue (Route 7)
Food court and live entertainment by Reminisce. Rain date is July 5.
Time : 6-9 p.m.; Fireworks at 9 p.m.
See more here
Providence
Fireworks and Concert
This event has been rescheduled to July 5, 2014 due to expected bad weather.
India Point Park
The Rhode Island Philharmonic Pops Orchestra will provide entertainment during the celebration, which will be followed by a spectacular Fourth of July fireworks display. The free concert begins at 7:30 p.m. and the fireworks display is scheduled for 9:15 p.m.
East Providence
Fireworks
July 3, 2014
Pierce Memorial Stadium, Mercer Street, East Providence
Rain Date is July 5.
Time : 9 p.m.
Gloucester
Ancients and Horribles Parade 2014
July 4, 2014
Main Street and Putnam Pike (Route 44), Chepachet
Nothing is sacred as Glocester locals spoof local and national politics from home-made floats at this quirky and beloved July 4th parade.
Time : Begins at 4 p.m.
Phone : 401-568-6206
Road Race
Date: July 4, 2014
Time: 9:00am
Venue: Chepachet Union Church
Address: 1138 Putnam Pike Chepachet, RI 02814
There are four races: a 5.5 mile race, a 1.75 mile race, a 1 mile race for children 8-12 years old, and a .5 mile race for children 7 years old and under. There is a registration fee, although Glocester residents are charged less than out-of-towners, and Glocester youths run for free. All participants receive a free T-shirt while supplies last.
Warwick
Independence Day Fireworks
July 3, 2014
City Park, 185 Asylum Road, Warwick
Rain date: July 5
Time : 9-9:40 p.m.
Smithfield
Indepenence Weekend Concert & Fireworks
July 5, 2014
Bryant University, 1150 Douglas Pike, Smithfield
Bryant University hosts the Town of Smithfield's Independence Day weekend festivities. Concert with the acclaimed US Navy
Show Band followed by huge fireworks show.
Time : 8 p.m.
Admission : Free
Phone : 401-232-6000
Jamestown
Fireworks
July 5, 2014
East Ferry Beach is located on Canonicus Avenue, Jamestown
Fireworks take place at sundown. The Fireworks will be fired from a barge in East Ferry. Donations accepted.
Middletown
Clambake with the Fab Four
July 4, 2014
Newport Vineyards, 909 E. Main Road (Route 138), Middletown
Come enjoy an old-fashioned clambake and enjoy the music of "Abbey Rhode" Beatles tribute band. McGrath's Clambake will serve a traditional menu cooked over hot rocks and seaweed. Menu includes Rhode Island chowder, lobster, barbecued chicken, mussels, steamers, salad greens, corn on the cob, chourico and watermelon. R.S.V.P. required at [email protected]
Time : Music, wine tasting & chowder from 5 to 6 p.m. Dinner bell rings at 6 p.m.
Admission : $75 per person ($65 without lobster)
Phone : 401.848.5161
Portsmouth
Fireworks at Escobar’s Farm
July 4, 2014
Escobar's Highland Farm, 133 Middle Road, Portsmouth
Louis Escobar will have his traditional fireworks display over the cow pastures. Please do not clog Middle Road with cars—there are many vantage points nearby from which to witness this show. Donations are accepted in the box out front of the farm anytime.
Time : Begins at 9:30 p.m.
