Hawaii Wildfire Management Organization

65-1279 Kawaihae Rd., Ste. 211Kamuela, HI 96743

(808) 885-0900www.hawaiiwildfire.org

Prevent Wildfireand Injuries

This 4th of July

For More Info:

Hawaii’s Fireworks Laws www.capitol.hawaii.gov

Click on Hawaii Revised Statutes - Search Text 132D

Hawaii Fire Department Prevention Bureau

www.hawaiicounty.gov/fire-prevention-bureau

(808) 932-2912

! In Hawaii, each year during the week of Independence Day, wildfire incidents tend to skyrocket threatening our natural resources, communities, and the lives of firefighters. Fireworks also present injury risks: “In 2012, U.S. hospital emergency rooms treated an estimated 8,700 people for fireworks related injuries,” according to the National Fire Protection Agency.

Follow these simple

guidelines to have a

safe and enjoyable

4th of July!

Brought to you by Hawaii Wildfire Management Organization with guidelines

endorsed by Hawaii Fire Department

This publication was made possible through a grant from the USDA Forest Service and with the help of HWMO’s partners from

Hawaii Fire Department. HWMO is an equal opportunity employer.

Before You Start:! Always read the instructions

carefully before attempting to light the firework.

! Wear proper clothing. This includes cotton or denim, long pants, eye protection, shoes and ear protection (if necessary).

! Use fireworks in a safe and approved outdoor area. Stay away from dry grassy areas, buildings, vehicles, and flammable materials.

!Have a bucket of water, hose or a fire extinguisher nearby in case of a fire.

During:! Practice situational awareness.

Make sure all participants are a safe distance away from the fireworks.

After:

! Use with adult supervision. Children may use fireworks while under the immediate supervision of a parent or adult.

! Light fireworks one at a time.

! Light fireworks at arms length and move to a safe distance once the fuse has been lit.

! Do not horseplay around with fireworks. Do not throw or toss fireworks at another person or animal.

A l c o h o l , d r u g s a n d fireworks do not mix.

! Do not pick up unexploded fireworks. Malfunctioning fireworks should be soaked in a bucket of water for one hour before disposing in a metal trash bin. Do not try to re-light a malfunctioning firework.

! HFD will be conducting a collection of un-used and unwanted fireworks on July 10th. Call the Fire Prevention Bureau at (808) 932-2912 for further information regarding the pick-up and drop-off locations.

! Spot check the area to make sure you have collected all debris and dead and live firework devices.

Fireworks are only allowed during the hours of

1:00 p.m. - 9 p.m.on July 4th.

Fireworks photos by Howard Pinksy

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fireworks.

Safe, clear

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Happy 4th of July!

Soak for 1 HourThese guidelines apply to Hawaii County only. If you are in another

county, check with your local agencies about their specific guidelines.