Fireworks safety tips emphasized ahead of Fourth of July holiday

State Representative Dave Severin (IL) | Representative Dave Severin (R) 116th District

By Carbondale Reporter

Jul 3, 2024

Safety is paramount when handling any fireworks-type devices, as they can cause serious eye injuries and burns if not used properly. Important safety tips include:

Learn more about fireworks safety in the latest edition of The Caucus Blog by clicking the link below: https://www.thecaucusblog.com/2024/07/be-aware-be-safe-personal-fireworks-not.html

As a general rule, consumer fireworks are not legal in Illinois. The Pyrotechnic Use Act, passed in 1942, bans the sale, possession, and use of all consumer fireworks. While legal to buy in most other states, firecrackers, bottle rockets, and roman candles are not legal in Illinois. Violations of this law can result in large fines or even jail time, especially in cases where the fireworks are bought from another state and transported across state lines. Illinois is one of only three states to ban all or most consumer fireworks.

Certain municipalities and villages may have additional laws on the books to limit the usage of devices that the PUA deemed as legal. Novelty fireworks-type devices that are not considered consumer fireworks and are legal in Illinois include sparklers; however, local ordinances should be checked as sparklers are outlawed in the city of Chicago.

Statistics from the Consumer Product Safety Commission show that thousands of people are injured in fireworks-related accidents every year, with multiple deaths. Safety is paramount when handling any fireworks-type devices.

Illinois residents can safely enjoy large and supervised fireworks displays in villages, counties, and municipalities that have obtained permits. There are numerous events on or around Independence Day throughout the state. Additionally, County Fairs and the State Fair host supervised public fireworks displays.

Read the Illinois State Fire Marshal’s complete list of Approved and Prohibited Consumer Fireworks and Unregulated Novelties for more information.

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