LAPWAI, ID – At 10:04 p.m. Monday, the Lapwai Volunteer Fire Department responded to a dumpster fire at Lapwai Elementary School.

Fortunately, no injuries were reported and no buildings were damaged in the incident. However, fire officials say the event should serve as a reminder to students and the community about the dangers of fireworks.

“This is a great lesson for the students in how important it is to be careful when playing with fireworks,” the department said in a statement.

With the Fourth of July approaching and conditions drier than usual this year, the fire department is urging residents to exercise extra caution.