Fireworks use and sales in Crete only from June 28 - July 4
By city ordinance, the retail sale and use of fireworks within the City of Crete is allowed only from June 28 to July 4.
Residents are encouraged to practice fireworks safety and fire prevention safety, including properly cleaning up and disposing of cooled fireworks materials and debris.
Many pets are stressed during this week of fireworks and police officers see pets roaming at-large; residents are urged to properly secure pets and make sure all pets have current ID tags.
Holiday week reminders:
- Saturday, July 4: Wildwood Pool will be closed
- Sunday, July 5, 10 p.m.: Chamber Community Fireworks show from College Heights Country Club, 1225 East 4th St. (City Council-approved, professionally-launched fireworks show outside the allowed dates. )
- Sunday, July 12: Mayor's Day at Wildwood Pool, Free Admission during Open Swim, 1-5 p.m.
Fireworks can only be discharged in Crete during the following days and times:
- June 28 - July 2, from 8 a.m. - 10 p.m.
- July 3 - July 4, from 8 a.m. - 11 p.m.
- Crete City Ordinance states: Fireworks cannot be launched from or onto any motor vehicle; onto any street, highway, or sidewalk; at or near any person; into or upon any building; into or at any group of persons. Fireworks are not allowed in City Park.
- Leaving trash on the street after your fireworks display is littering. Collect cooled fireworks left-overs and place them in the trash - hot embers will start fires.
- Many pets are stressed by fireworks; always keep pets secured with current ID tags. Pets must be on a leash when off your own property.
- The only fireworks allowed at a professional fireworks display are those being launched by the designated and permitted personnel responsible for the show. This would include Crete Chamber of Commerce's community fireworks show on Sunday, July 5 at College Heights Country Club, which has City Council approval for a professionally-launched fireworks show outside the allowed dates. This community fireworks show typically starts around 10 p.m. and can be viewed in the area of the golf course and driving range, East 4th Street and along Iris Ave.
- Many pets are stressed by fireworks; always keep pets secured with updated ID tags. Pets must be on a leash when off you own property according to Crete City Code.
- Do not use fireworks on or near dry vegetation or combustible materials.
- Keep a bucket of water or a garden hose handy in case of fire or
other mishap. - Be cautious when lighting fireworks when conditions are windy. The wind could blow a burning spark and set another area on fire.
- Never allow children to play with or ignite fireworks, including sparklers.
- Light fireworks one at a time, then move back quickly.
- Never try to re-light or pick up fireworks that have not ignited fully.
- Never use fireworks while impaired by alcohol or drugs.
- Store fireworks in a cool, dry area to prevent an accidental ignition.
- Leaving trash on the street after your fireworks display is littering. Collect cooled fireworks left-overs and place them in the trash - hot embers will start fires.
- Additional safety information (English/Spanish pdf)
For fireworks vendors (sales): An occupation tax and permit is required of any retail sale of fireworks within the city and more information can be found on the city website or by contacting the City Clerk’s office at City Hall, 402.826.4313. Additional information about the sale of fireworks can be found online from the Nebraska State Fire Marshal's office: Fireworks.
Local fireworks information can be found in Chapter 6, Article 3 (hours of sale and fireworks discharge).