It's the time of year for firecrackers, sparklers and the occasional firework to go off as the Fourth of July celebrations start to kick off.
Local authorities are also taking this time to remind area residents of the safety precautions to take and to remind them of the laws of pyrotechnics in Illinois. Clinton Police Chief Ben Lowers indicates legal fireworks can be purchased in the community at several pop up vendors.
The Chief says while there is an ordinance in Clinton for fireworks, he says they do provide some leniency in those laws for part of the day for celebrations.
The Celebrate Clinton Association will have a number of activities they will host on the downtown Clinton Square Tuesday and the Chief says he will once again participate in their dunk tank they will have.
The Chief also asks for those hosting gatherings and get togethers to be mindful of neighbors and minimize the noise. He says they do receive a lot of noise complaints this time of the year and encourages a respectful mind of those around you.
