With large wildfires raging north, south, east and west across the Beehive State — and fireworks now for sale ahead of Independence and Pioneer days — many Utahns wonder whether such fiery displays should attend this year’s celebrations.

That question comes as fire officials warn that drought-plagued Utah is one spark away from yet another big blaze — and before Gov. Spencer Cox issued an emergency order Friday afternoon imposing statewide fireworks restrictions.

The Salt Lake Tribune asked readers on Facebook to see if Utahns would support more restrictions on the sale and use of fireworks or even an outright ban. The post generated more than 3,000 comments.

Here are some of their responses:

“I love the Fourth of July holiday and the accompanying fireworks, but this is not the year to tempt fate. Unless there’s a legitimate ban, I doubt we’ll see a high percentage of self-regulation with at-home fireworks.”

— Reyce Knutson, Salt Lake City resident.

“Outright ban for individuals, and professional firework shows only. And keep rocking the drone shows! It’s better for our veterans with PTSD, dogs and other pets, wildlife, air quality, and overall fire risk any July anyway. Less litter and waste, too.”

— Kylie Frederick-Kellams, Utah resident.

“The governor should call the Legislature in to special session to pass a bill allowing state and local leaders to ban the use of fireworks.”

— Jonathan Alldredge, Utah resident.

“Please, please, please, let’s use our heads this year. Look, I’m a very patriotic guy, but given the circumstances this year, I think a full ban is in order. We can celebrate our nation’s 250th birthday many other ways. Look at the grasses and the mountains, one stray firework could be catastrophic.”

— Jack Maloney, Utah resident.

“Only allow professional shows and ban all personal sales for now.”

— Lyndsay Anderson, Utah resident.

“How about a personal ban to honor our firefighters and to preserve our state? Having cut back watering schedules to support city recommendations, even established residential areas are vulnerable.”

— Karen Zollinger Taylor, Utah resident.

“I’m glad that Ogden has opted out of the Fourth of July fireworks and has resorted to the drone show for Pioneer Day the last few years. More cities should do the drone show. It’s just as fun to watch without all the fire danger.”

— Andrea Thompson, Utah resident.

“I believe a total ban would go a long way toward lessening the chance of wildfires from people trying to ‘enjoy’ their fireworks.”

— Julie Sobchack, Utah resident.

“There’s a major difference between lighting fireworks off in mid-suburb streets vs. adjacent to the hills and mountains. Cities can set up boundaries and enact bans if they want. I don’t plan on lighting any off this year, but I also don’t think we should demonize people who want to with their families.”

— Ryan Creek.

“Ban them this year and start a fund for fireworks businesses. I will gladly pay for them to keep their inventory on hand for now and be able to breathe through this record dry/hot fire season.”

— Michelle Robinson.

“I get it’s tradition, but it’s not worth it. Drone shows seem like a good alternative that can last longer and do more things that fireworks can’t. Plus they significantly reduce the odds of starting a fire.”

— Josh Mitchell.

“If you trade freedom for security, you may end up with neither.”

— Niel Bailey.

“Dedicate certain areas just for fireworks, and I’m not talking about the neighborhoods. Local churches, schools and grocery stores where people can safely do fireworks without the risk of a fire. Safety on standby, of course.”

— Erek James Ellery.

“I have family coming from all over the country for a family reunion that weekend. We were planning a big fireworks show, but with the drought and bad fire season, we opted to forgo that and do an outdoor movie night. We all need to be responsible. It won’t hurt us to miss a year.”

— Nancy Stuart, Utah resident.

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