Fireworks

What kinds of fireworks can I use legally?The short answer: not many. Fireworks generally approved for use by consumers include sparklers; small fireworks that emit colored smoke only; and "glow worms," which burn in bright colors without exploding. The state fire marshal has a full list, including brand names, at myfloridacfo.com/sfm/sparklerindex.htm.
"These are the only items consumers without a permit can legally use," said Nina Ashley, a fire marshal's spokeswoman. Other, more high-powered fireworks are permitted only for industrial use or by professionals in public displays.
So everything else is off limits?
If it explodes, flies or lifts off, the law prohibits you from lighting it. That includes the popular Roman candles."There is no approved list of 'whiz, boom, bang or stuff that leaves the ground' for the retail public," said Bart Wright, the Maitland Fire Department's assistant chief of administration. "Florida Statute 791 is explicit about that. Consumer purchase and use of such material is unsafe, a threat and, most importantly, illegal in this state."

July 4th

Hello, July 4th. is fast approaching and that means that dreaded word "Fireworks". I know we have had some rain lately and you may think that it is safe, but it is not. The fireworks that goes into the air are illegal and unsafe. If you find that you must send them off, how about doing your neighbors a favor and pick up the remnants from "your" firework, they should not have to do it. Please be careful!!!!!!!

Lost and found

Hi everybody, the Logas's on Hidden Pine Ln. asked me to put this on the Blog, they have lost a video tape somewhere in Bent Oak, it has there name on it, so if you locate it please contact them, they would be thankful

Info on Sludge Report

News from Andrea on Sludge Report..... Dave

www.thesludgereport.org
New information posted today. Update on Governor Scott’s final approvals. Please pass along to your e-mail circles.
THANK YOU FOR YOUR CONSTANT SUPPORT OF THIS EFFORT.
Andrea

This time of the year

Hi Everybody, I hate to say this, but we are in Hurricane season, so here is some information for you..... Dave

NOAA Hurricane Outlook Indicates an Above-normal Atlantic Season ~ The Atlantic basin is expected to see an above-normal hurricane season this year, according to the seasonal outlook issued by NOAA’s Climate Prediction Center, a division of the National Weather Service. Across the entire Atlantic Basin for the six-month season, which begins June 1st. NOAA is predicting that activity will exceed the seasonal average of 11 named storms, six hurricanes and two major hurricanes. Please see the NOAA press release to read all details. v Disaster Kit ~ Visit www.ready.gov to get tools to develop your disaster kit.

Lawn Feeding

Here is some info from Bob Christiansen..... Dave

It's Not Too Late to Feed Spring feeding helps your grass grow strong roots for the growing season
It helps replenish energy used when your grass sprouted
Feeding now helps your grass get ready for the stresses of summer heat and drought
Scotts® Southern Turf Builder® with 2% Iron feeds to thicken roots for a thick, strong lawn in summer conditions
Please remember to provide your last feeding date so we can send you the most timely email feeding reminders.

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Be Careful

I got this from Andrea, be on guard.... Dave
Dave, I have been getting reports from several sources that some septic contractors in the area have been telling people absolute lies about what the law requires them to do when they are getting repairs done. One of our neighbors was told she had to install a mound to raise her drainfield. Fortunately she called me before she had the work done. Another resident in the Lake Brantley area was told the law said he had to install a performance based system. Unfortunately, he didn’t know any better, and he did. Someone in Lake County was told it was the law he had to have a pump out, again not true. There was a report in the Orlando Sentinel about a contractor illegally dumping a truck load of “stuff” on a farm in south Orlando. Everyone should get at least two quotes before having any work done, if for no other reason than to test the information they are given. While DOH has been busy figuring out ways to force these issues, they are obviously not regulating the contractors, and there are rogues out there. I will get this stuff out on the Sludge Report, but the newsletter reaches everyone and perhaps this information can go into the next issue.
Andrea