It's a big weekend celebration for America! It is the 250th birthday of our great nation. There are many celebrations happening throughout the country, as well as those celebrating at home. Here are just a few reminders to help you stay safe during this holiday weekend. 

Drinking and Driving Safety

Here are some valuable tips to ensure a fun and safe celebration when consuming alcohol:

• Plan Ahead: Designate a sober driver or schedule a ride-sharing service in advance.
• Know Your Limits: Be aware of your alcohol intake and pace yourself to avoid overconsumption.
• Look Out for Each Other: Monitor your friends' drinking and make sure they get home safely.
• Stay Sober: If you're the designated driver, avoid drinking altogether.

Remember, drinking and driving is a serious offense that can have devastating consequences. It's not worth risking your life or the lives of others.

Consumer Fireworks:

Consumer fireworks can be a fun and exciting way to celebrate, but they can also be dangerous and the Lower Moreland Twp ordinance does not allow for any to be set off in our township.

A. A person who is at least 18 years of age and meets the requirements of this chapter may purchase, possess, and use consumer fireworks.

B. A person may not intentionally ignite or discharge:

(1) Consumer fireworks on public or private property without the express permission of the owner.

(2) Consumer fireworks or sparkling devices within, or throw consumer fireworks or sparkling devices from, a motor vehicle or building.

(3) Consumer fireworks or sparkling devices into or at a motor vehicle or building or at another person.

(4) Consumer fireworks or sparkling devices while the person is under the influence of alcohol, a controlled substance, or another drug.

(5) Consumer fireworks within 150 feet of any building or vehicle.

(6) Consumer fireworks between the hours of 10:00 p.m. and 10:00 a.m., except:

(a) On July 2, 3 and 4 and December 31, when consumer fireworks may be used until 1:00 a.m. the following day; and when July 4 falls on a Tuesday, Wednesday or Thursday, consumer fireworks may be used until 1:00 a.m. on the immediately preceding and following Friday and Saturday; and

(b) On Memorial Day, including the immediately preceding Saturday and Sunday, and Labor Day, including the immediately preceding Saturday and Sunday, consumer fireworks may be used with no time restriction.

According to the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA), fireworks cause an estimated 18,500 fires in the United States each year, resulting in numerous injuries and fatalities.

Wishing our community a safe and enjoyable Independence Day weekend!