With the Fourth of July nearing, fire officials are issuing their annual reminder about being safe with fireworks, and not using illegal fireworks. Mid-Columbia Fire and Rescue Chief Bob Palmer says in Oregon, anything that goes into the air or blows up is not allowed. The Oregon State Fire Marshal’s office advises fireworks that come with the advisory “Shoots Flaming Balls” are illegal in the state. Use of illegal fireworks is a Class B misdemeanor under Oregon law.