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The City of Clarksville has certain restrictions for the use of fireworks during the Independence Day holiday.
According to the city ordinance, fireworks can be used within city limits July 1 through 5 between the hours of 6 p.m. and 10 p.m. only.
Other than these dates, it is unlawful to explode, fire, shoot, or set off fireworks inside the corporate limits of the city. Violators are subject to a city citation.
The Clarksville Police Department has recently received noise complaints regarding fireworks.
In Hopkinsville, Ky the ordinance states that fireworks can only be used July 1 through 5 between the hours of 10 a.m. and 12:30 a.m.
Fireworks ignited by individuals under the age of 18 must be supervised by a parent or guardian.
Ignition within two hundred (200) feet of any structure, vehicle or any other person and igniting or discharging from a motor vehicle or on any property of another without the consent of the property owner is prohibited.