The Evansville Police Department will provide security for the July 4th Festivities on the Evansville Riverfront. Between 40,000 and 50,000 people are estimated to attend the fireworks display which for years has been a special event for young and old alike.
The department will have officers working on motorcycles, bicycles, 4-wheelers, and on foot. The officers will be patrolling the Riverfront and surrounding area to provide for the safety and security of those attending the event as well as those who live in the area.
Although this is a time to celebrate, there are a number of safety concerns that the E.P.D. will be working to prevent:
• Unsupervised and irresponsible juveniles that fire / throw fireworks into the crowd – a responsible adult should accompany any juvenile to the event
• Disorderly Conduct / Fights – Zero tolerance – barred from the site
• Public Intoxication / Underage Drinking
• Fireworks at the site
• Theft
• Lost children
NOTE: All backpacks, oversized handbags, containers, satchels, etc. are subject to search by law enforcement officers
Due to the heavy amount of vehicle and pedestrian traffic and the congestion that will occur, the E.P.D. asks that those attending be patient and courteous and follow the traffic officer’s directions
The following items are prohibited:
• Any item viewed to be hazardous – Officer’s discretion
• Illegal substances (including narcotics) or drug paraphernalia
• Glass containers
• Skateboards, scooters, or personal motorized vehicles
• Bicycles
• Carts
• Fireworks
• Toy Guns
• Water Guns
• Laser pointers
• Non-collapsible chairs
• Large Tents
• Pets (except service dogs)
• No illegal vending is permitted. No unauthorized / unlicensed vendors allowed
• No unauthorized solicitations, handbills, sampling or give aways
• No metal aerosol containers, including sunscreen
Authorized items that you may bring:
• Coolers
• Food or Beverages
• Cameras
• Blankets
• Umbrellas (small not to block view of others)
• Baby Strollers
• Folding or collapsible chairs
• Binoculars
• Cell Phones
Citizens are encouraged to bring or wear:
• Sunscreen
• Water / Sport Drinks
• Wear hats
• Wear light colored clothing
• Comfortable shoes
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