Children under the age of 16 are prohibited from purchasing fireworks in the state of North Carolina

Illegal fireworks in North Carolina include: anything that explodes or is projected in the air, firecrackers, rockets, roman candles, and aerial fireworks

Legal fireworks include: snake and glow worms, smoke devices, such as smoke bombs, wire sparklers, trick noisemakers, including party poppers, string poppers, and snappers

Fireworks are not toys and should only be handled by responsible adults.

All children in the vicinity of fireworks must be under close supervision by adults at all times.

NEVER point or throw fireworks at people, pets, cars or buildings.

Always use fireworks on a paved surface, away from dry grass, wooded areas, dwellings and flammable materials.

Light one device at a time and move away from it quickly. Make sure   everyone is at a safe distance before lighting.

Have a water hose or a bucket of water nearby in case of a fire emergency.

NEVER approach or relight fireworks that have not functioned. Douse and soak them with water and throw them away.

Keep unused fireworks away from firing areas. Store them in a dry, cool place out of the reach of children.

Dispose of all fireworks properly.