Jul 1, 2021
Mayor Ted Wheeler signed an emergency declaration immediately banning all sales of fireworks within the City of Portland due to continuing hot weather and dry conditions. You can find a copy of the
The ban on the sales of fireworks comes one day after Portland Fire & Rescue announced an immediate ban on the use of all fireworks through the end of the holiday weekend.
"With the recent historic, once-in-a-millennium heat wave and the forecast for continued warm weather, saving lives and property are a top priority," Mayor Wheeler said. "A decision like this doesn't come easily but it's imperative that we do all we can to ensure the everyone's safety. This sales ban is another necessary measure to reduce threats posed by wildfires to the city and all who live here."