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The INDEPENDENT, June 19, 2008 Page 21 Got fireworks? Here’s how to keep it legal and keep it safe for all Oregon law bans fireworks that fly, explode, or travel on the ground more than 12 feet – this includes bottle rockets, Roman candles, firecrackers, and M80s. To keep it legal, pur- chase all fireworks at a li- censed Oregon fireworks stand. (Fireworks purchased by mail order, in the State of Washington or at Native Ameri- can reservations may be illegal in Oregon.) Under Oregon law, officials can seize illegal fireworks and you can be fined up to $500 per More on summer pet hazards From page 20 Highly concentrated permethrin can be extremely toxic to cats. Poisonous Plants; • Ingestion of even small amounts of certain plants (such as rhododendron or azalea, oleander, lily, or yew) can be harmful or fatal to a pet. A list of poisonous plants is available on our Web site. • Symptoms of plant poison- ing include: irritation to skin and/or mouth, diarrhea, seiz- ures, unconsciousness, and vomiting. Note that vomiting is common after cats or dogs in- gest plant material. Seek vet- erinary care especially if vomit- ing accompanies other symp- toms. In case of emergency it’s al- ways a good idea to have on hand the phone numbers for your veterinarian, a local emer- gency veterinary hospital, and animal poison control: ASPCA Poison Control Hotline: 888- Scholarships From page 11 Kymberlia Sebring. Vernonia Lions’ Club ($500); Mackenzie Carr, Megan Perry. ($1000); Lauren Lason-Dyer, Cody Davis. VHS Alumni ($1000); Ash- ton Yontz. Wauna Federal Credit Union ($500); Mackenzie Carr, Kelsey King. Windermere ($500); Michael Calhoun. WOEC Sam Hearing ($500); Mackenzie Carr, Michael Calhoun, Kelsey King. Zack Rumbolz Memorial ($5000); Lauren Lason-Dyer. 426-4435 or Pet Poison Help- line: 800-213-6680. The Oregon Veterinary Med- ical Association is a nonprofit organization of veterinarians who are dedicated to helping people give their animals a high quality of life. WEATHER REPORT MAY 2008 DATE 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 TEMPERATURE HI LO 58 69 53 69 71 53 50 53 61 61 53 56 56 70 82 95 92 83 80 59 54 55 56 78 58 62 67 55 59 69 68 PRECIP. AMT. 29 42 34 34 38 43 39 32 29 43 34 34 44 50 52 42 49 43 45 46 44 43 45 45 49 50 50 45 45 40 48 -- -- -- -- -- -- -- T -- .02 T T .10 T -- -- -- -- .30 T .05 T .01 .02 .07 T -- -- -- -- -- Temperature and precipitation amounts are from the official U.S. weather station at the Vernonia wa- ter plant. Measurable precipitation in May totalled .57 inches. Internet Web Design 503-539-2101 www.VernoniaNorthern.com ©2008 violation and/or arrested. It’s also important to remember that you can be held civilly li- able for damages resulting from improper use of any fire- works – legal or illegal. Oregon law also makes parents liable for damage caused by their children and allows fire depart- ments to charge for the cost of suppressing fires caused by fireworks. Additionally, the use of illegal fireworks constitutes criminal activity, and your insur- ance policy may not cover you if you engage in a criminal act that results in damage. Note: Many cities have local noise or- dinances that prohibit loud noises during certain hours. It is a common misconcep- tion that legal fireworks are less risky. Even legal fireworks are dangerous and have caused in- juries and burns to users, espe- cially unsupervised children. Also, during dry summer condi- tions an errant firework can ig- nite vegetation, vehicles, even your roof. Celebrate safely by using the following safety tips: • Only adults should light or handle fireworks. • Supervise children at all times when fireworks are being used. • Store fireworks, matches, and lighters out of the reach of children. • Use fireworks outdoors on a paved surface, away from buildings, vehicles, and vegeta- tion. Never point or throw fire- works at people, pets, or build- ings. • Never alter fireworks or make your own. Homemade explosives can be deadly! • Have a hose or bucket of water nearby to douse misfired and spent fireworks, and to ex- tinguish potential fires. For more safety information, visit Tualatin Valley Fire & Res- cue’s website at www.tvfr.com.
