Who can use fireworks?

Only adults should set off fireworks.

When can they be set off?

Per state statute, residents can only set off fireworks in Florida on New Year’s Eve, New Year’s Day and Independence Day. Following statute, fireworks must end at midnight. 

How do they get a permit if doing a public display?

Residents need to contact the Clay County Fire Rescue Fire Marshal's Office for a permit.  

Can I bring fireworks to a County park?

What Florida law considers fireworks:

• Combustible or explosive compositions: Any substance designed to produce a visible or audible effect through combustion or explosion.
• Specific examples: Firecrackers, torpedoes, skyrockets, Roman candles, and any device containing explosives or flammable compounds are included.
• Toy cannons and blank cartridges: These are also considered fireworks if explosives are used within them. 

What are NOT considered fireworks (exceptions):

• Sparklers: Approved sparklers are not classified as fireworks. 
• Novelties and trick noisemakers: These include items like snakes or glow worms, smoke devices, and trick noisemakers. 
• Certain other items: Toy pistols, toy canes, and toy guns are also excluded. 
• Agricultural use: Fireworks can be legally used to scare birds from agricultural works and fish hatcheries with a permit. 

Safety tips:

• Stay away from unapproved sparklers – Per Florida Statute, the State Fire Marshal’s Office is responsible for updating an annual list of approved sparklers. Never use sparklers without close adult supervision.
• Throw away the duds – Relighting a dud can cause it to explode, which can lead to serious injury. If fireworks don’t light, always drench them in water to make sure they are completely extinguished.
• Protect your children – Never let young children use fireworks or sparklers as they can cause third-degree burns if not handled properly. Glow sticks are a fantastic way for young kids to celebrate safely.
• Remember your neighbors and pets – Always keep pets inside and a safe distance from fireworks. Also, be mindful that many in our state, including first responders and veterans, suffer from PTSD and your celebration could impact their symptoms.
• Always have a fire extinguisher on hand – Disposing of fireworks and sparklers the right way can prevent an accident from happening. Using water or a fire extinguisher helps make sure everything is cool enough to throw away.
• Use sparklers and other legal novelties on a flat, hard surface. Do not light them on grass.
• Use sparklers in an open area. Keep children and pets at least 30 feet away from all ignited sparklers, and light them away from your home, trees, and buildings. 
• Light only one item at a time and never attempt to re-light a "dud."
• Don't use any unwrapped items or items that may have been tampered with.
• Keep a fire extinguisher or water hose on hand for emergencies. It's a good idea to drop used sparklers in a bucket of water.
• Only purchase fireworks from licensed vendors.
• Never allow young children to play with or ignite fireworks.
• Never have any portion of your body directly over a fireworks device when lighting the fuse.
• Never carry sparklers in your pocket or shoot them off in metal or glass containers
• Always make sure the used fireworks are cold before putting them in the garbage.