The City of Charleston Police and Fire Department would like to remind everyone about the rules and regulations regarding fireworks as we approach the July 4th holiday. The City of Charleston Ordinance Sec. 13-191 prohibits the use, sale, possession, and discharge of any fireworks within the City of Charleston. Smaller items such as sparklers, snap-pops, or similar are not regulated as fireworks materials and are permissible. Fireworks displays must be conducted by a licensed operator with a permit issued by the City of Charleston.
Fireworks are illegal within the City of Charleston. Please see the bullet points below from CFD:
- The sale, possession, or discharge of fireworks is a violation of the City Ordinance.
- Discharging fireworks near residential properties is very dangerous, an uncontrolled fire event could lead to loss of life and severe property damage.
- Residents should report emergency incidents, such as fireworks resulting in fire or emergency, by calling 911.
- Complaints regarding fireworks use or discharge that do not pose an immediate threat should be directed to the non-emergency number at the Charleston County Dispatch Center: 843-743-7200
This ordinance applies to ALL Daniel Island residents as Daniel Island is located within the City of Charleston’s Jurisdiction.
*This message is in partnership with the City of Charleston Police & Fire Department.
