Not all fireworks are illegal for individuals to use or purchase within Uvalde County.
Uvalde County Judge Bill Michell, the Uvalde County Commissioner’s Court approved an order restricting the sale of certain fireworks.
“The Commissioners Court on May 22 approved an Order restricting the sale and use of certain fireworks in the unincorporated areas of the country. ‘A person may not sell, detonate, ignite, or in way use fireworks classified as “skyrockets with sticks” or Missiles with fins.’ A person commits an offense if the person knowingly or intentionally violates a prohibition established by this Order. An offense under this Order is a Class C misdemeanor.
Fireworks stands are operating outside of the Uvalde City Limits selling fireworks. including Mr. W’s Fireworks with a location (pictured) on East Highway 90 outside of the Uvalde City Limits.
Another local publication has published a headline in a recent article, “Individuals may not use fireworks this holiday”
Inside the Uvalde City Limits, the use of fireworks is prohibited. See City Ordinance here.
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