Despite some recent rains, the Russell City Council has decided to ban all fireworks, except for the city’s public display during the July 4th Freedom Fest.
The unanimous vote came during a special meeting Tuesday. Russell Fire Chief Shane Preston pointed out the Freedom Fest fireworks show is regulated with firefighters nearby.
Russell County Commissioners voted Monday to ban the use and discharge of fireworks, although they can be sold in the county.
Tuesday night rainfall at the Russell Airport measured 0.25, while nine miles south of Russell there was a report of one inch.