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Yuma, AZ Fire Regulations: Fireworks (2026)

Some Restrictions
Compiled from the official code textEditor Martyn O'NeillLast verified September 2026

Key Facts

City Code
Chapter 139 - Fireworks
Legal Items
Ground-level only: sparklers, fountains, smoke devices
Illegal
Aerial fireworks, roman candles, firecrackers
Sale Periods
Apr 25-May 6, May 20-Jul 6, Dec 10-Jan 3, Diwali
Location
Private property only within city limits

Summary

Yuma restricts fireworks to permissible consumer items only during designated state periods. Aerial fireworks and firecrackers are illegal statewide. Use is restricted to private property within city limits under Chapter 139 of the Yuma City Code.

(a) Regulate, consistent with the standards set forth in NFPA 1124, the sale of permissible consumer fireworks. (b) Prohibit the sale of permissible consumer fireworks on days other than May 20 through July 6 and December 10 through January 3 of each year. The sale of permissible consumer fireworks may be prohibited on days between May 20 through July 6 and December 10 through January 3 of each year if a federal or state agency implements a stage one or higher fire restriction. Any prohibition during those dates is limited to only the dates when the stage one or higher fire restriction is in place. (c) Prohibit the use of permissible consumer fireworks on days other than June 24 through July 6 and December 26 through January 4 of each year.

Source: City of Yuma - FireworksView official code

Full Breakdown

Yuma City Code Chapter 139 regulates fireworks within city limits, aligned with state law (ARS §36-1606). Only 'Permissible Consumer Fireworks' (ground-level items like sparklers, smoke devices, fountains) are legal. Anything that leaves the ground (rockets, bottle rockets), shoots flaming material into the air (roman candles), or explodes (firecrackers) is illegal statewide. Sale is permitted during designated periods: April 25-May 6, May 20-July 6, December 10-January 3, and during Diwali. Use within Yuma city limits is restricted to private property. Given Yuma's extreme heat and dry conditions, fire danger from fireworks is elevated. The Yuma Fire Department actively enforces fireworks regulations.

Violations & Fines

Illegal fireworks possession or use may result in citations, fines, and confiscation. Starting fires with fireworks may result in criminal charges.

Frequently Asked Questions

What fireworks are legal in Yuma?
Only ground-level permissible consumer fireworks: sparklers, fountains, and smoke devices. Anything that flies, shoots, or explodes is illegal.
When can I buy fireworks in Yuma?
During designated state periods: April 25-May 6, May 20-July 6, December 10-January 3, and during Diwali.

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