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RI Resource Recovery Releases Guidelines for Fireworks Disposal

Friday, July 04, 2014

GoLocalProv News Team

People often focus on the dangers of fireworks when they are lit and used, but according to guidelines set forth by the RI Resource Recovery – the owner and operator of the Materials Recycling Facility and Central Landfill - improper disposal of fireworks can be just as dangerous.

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.”

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Fireworks 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.

Related Slideshow: 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.

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