As New Year’s approaches, the Charleston Fire Department would like to remind our community about the rules and regulations regarding fireworks. City 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 firework materials and are permissible. Firework displays must be conducted by a licensed operator with a permit issued by the City of Charleston.
Please call 9-1-1 to report the use of illegal fireworks. The Charleston Police Department will respond to complaints and illegal fireworks may be confiscated and citations may be issued.
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.
When attending events that include fireworks, please practice a few simple safety tips:
- Sparklers can burn and must be used under careful supervision – keep them at arm’s length, at least 6 feet from others, away from combustibles, and dispose of them properly.
- Never hold, or light, more than one sparkler at a time.
- Always wear closed-toe shoes when using sparklers or other fireworks.
- Do not allow young children to handle fireworks.
- Never fire or launch items at another person.
- Never discharge fireworks in or at a home or structure.
- Dry brush and debris may ignite easily.
The Charleston Fire Department wishes everyone a safe and enjoyable New Year. Remember, in the event of an emergency; please dial 9-1-1
