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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
D o n o t r e m o v e t h e
contents or disassemble
fireworks.
Safe, clear
spot
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.