Fireworks

Fireworks... you either love them or hate them. And the approaching July 4th holiday is centered around them. Add to that 2026 being the nation’s 250th anniversary, and the upcoming Independence Day will likely see massive displays including some “unofficial” displays.But there are laws in Delaware to ensure safety and lessen fireworks’ health and environmental impact. As a matter of fact, just this week the General Assembly passed a bill that clarifies and bolsters existing fireworks regulations. It awaits Gov. Meyer’s signature.In preparation for the upcoming holiday weekend, Assistant State Fire Marshall and Chief of Investigations B. Scott Bullock joined Delaware Public Media’s Jay Shah to walk us through fireworks dos and don’ts.

While many fireworks shows take place for July 4th, some people choose to stay home and produce their entertainment.

There will be plenty of fireworks shows up and down the state on July 4th.

There’s no shortage of New Year’s Eve events in Delaware as we ring out 2023 and welcome 2024.

New Year’s Eve will provide many family friendly activities as Delaware rings in 2023.

The Delaware Office of the State Fire Marshal reminds residents to be safe, and that most consumer fireworks are still illegal in Delaware as we approach New Year’s Eve.

Holiday weekend fireworks brought many smiles to the faces, but there were some mishaps in the state.While residents enjoyed the free and safe to view…

There were lots of calls about illegal fireworks being set off over the holiday weekend and at least one major injury was reported in Delaware. "It was…

More people are expected to celebrate this 4th of July at home because of the COVID-19 pandemic.Whether that’s good news or bad depends on who you talk…

Delawareans are enjoying some legal fireworks this Fourth of July for the first time since the complete ban on them was lifted.The state passed a bill…