The following is information and a photo from the Idaho Falls Fire Department.

The Idaho Falls Fire Department responded to 100 calls for service between 8 a.m. July 3 and 8 a.m. July 5, including medical emergencies, fires, vehicle accidents, and other call types. During this time, IFFD responded to 12 fires attributed to personal fireworks.

Four of the 12 fires were caused by people not extinguishing spent fireworks properly and then placing them in dumpsters or garbage cans, resulting in the fireworks reigniting. Thankfully, none of the fires resulted in serious property damage or any injuries this year.

As many people continue to celebrate the Fourth of July on Friday, July 5, IFFD reminds all residents to use only legal fireworks in a safe manner. Additionally, completely submerge spent fireworks in a bucket of water and allow them to soak overnight. Never place recently spent fireworks in a garbage can or near a structure or other flammable material.

The Idaho Falls Fire Department is the largest all-hazards and EMS department in East Idaho. With a full-time staff, the department provides 24/7/365 fire and EMS coverage for the City of Idaho Falls and much of Bonneville County, serving a population of approximately 117,000 in 290 square miles.

Our EMS Division responds to a larger area that includes the City of Idaho Falls, Bonneville County, and portions of Jefferson and Bingham Counties, serving a population of approximately 155,000 in 3,500 square miles.