HASTINGS, Neb. – The city of Hastings wants residents to be aware of city firework laws with firework sales beginning this weekend. 

Vendors can begin selling fireworks on Sat. June 28 at 10 a.m.

The time frame for selling and lighting off fireworks within Hastings city limits is from 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. June 28-July 2. 

On July 3 and July 4, the time frame is extended from 10 a.m. to midnight. 

In a news release, the city says fireworks may not be used on any public street, alley, sidewalk, park or other property owned by the City of Hastings without a special permit issued by Hastings Fire & Rescue.

Fireworks may not be thrown from or into any motor vehicle.

Sky lanterns or any other free-floating device that includes a flame or heating device used as a lifting mechanism are prohibited.

The Hastings Fire and Rescue Dept. offers these tips to remain diligent to prevent fires and burn injuries.

- Adults should light and/or supervise fireworks.
- Soak used fireworks in a bucket of water overnight. 
- Be mindful of neighbors and pets and observe the hours of discharge allowed by code.

Hastings Fire & Rescue is providing citizens the opportunity to drop off unused, consumer grade fireworks for disposal at its two fire stations on N Hastings Ave. and S. Hastings Ave.