LIHUE, Hawaii — During the upcoming July 4th holiday, the Kauai Fire Department strongly encourages residents to put safety first when it comes to setting off fireworks and firecrackers on private property.

What You Need To Know

  • Officials emphasize safety and responsibility in regard to wildfire prevention as the state is in its dry summer season

  • As a reminder, fireworks and firecrackers can only be ignited on private property from 1 p.m. to 9 p.m. on July 4

  • It’s illegal to set off fireworks on public property such as streets, sidewalks and parks and it is strictly prohibited to remove the powder or pyrotechnic contents from fireworks

  • The State of Hawaii prohibits aerial luminaries such as flying lanterns or flying luminaries and only licensed pyrotechnicians with proper permits are authorized to ignite aerial fireworks

“We advise everyone to keep safety as the top priority when using fireworks on Independence Day,” said KFD Chief Michael Gibson in a news release. “To ensure community safety, always supervise children around fireworks, educate everyone involved about the dangers of improper fireworks use, and never light fireworks in your hand or throw them.”

Officials also emphasize safety and responsibility in regard to wildfire prevention as the state is in its dry summer season. Tips include:

  • Use fireworks in a clear, open area away from dry grass, brush and trees
  • Keep a bucket of water, hose or fire extinguisher nearby
  • Do not use fireworks in dry, windy weather conditions
  • If a fire starts, call 911 immediately

As a reminder, fireworks and firecrackers can only be ignited on private property from 1 p.m. to 9 p.m. on July 4. It’s illegal to set off fireworks on public property such as streets, sidewalks and parks and it is strictly prohibited to remove the powder or pyrotechnic contents from fireworks.

The State of Hawaii also prohibits aerial luminaries such as flying lanterns or flying luminaries.

No firecracker permits will be issued for July 4 since there are no vendors selling items. Only licensed pyrotechnicians with proper permits are authorized to ignite aerial fireworks.

No permit is required for snakes, sparklers, fountains, cylindrical or cone fountains, whistles, toy smoke devices, wheels and ground spinners and other similar products, however, they are still classified as “fireworks.”

Contact the Fire Prevention Bureau at 808-241-4985 or visit the KFD website for more information on fire safety.