Scott Fire Chief Chad P Sonnier has a suggestion for folks in his city: leave the fireworks to the professionals.
Fireworks are extremely dangerous, Scott Fire Department has responded to many fireworks-related incidents in the past including medical emergencies, structure and vehicle fires, Sonnier says.
"If you would like to keep yourself and the family safe completely safe, we have something different this year. The Scott Boudin Festival association is holding a Fourth of July celebration on July 1st, at the Begnaud House, including a fireworks display," Sonnier says. "There are also numerous fireworks displays throughout Acadiana." But if you choose to shoot fireworks at your house, remember that local ordinances in the City of Scott, permit fireworks to be legally discharged, two weeks prior to July 4th and one week after July 4th, between the hours of 8am and 9pm.