HILO — The Hawai‘i County Fire Department has announced that fireworks permits are now available for purchase in preparation for New Year’s celebrations. Starting today, December 26, permits can be obtained for $25 each, allowing holders to purchase up to 5,000 firecrackers per permit. Multiple permits may be purchased by individuals aged 18 or older.
Permits are nontransferable and non-refundable. Fireworks sales will run through midnight on New Year’s Eve. A permit is not required for purchasing novelties or paperless firecrackers.
Permit Sales Locations:
Permits can be obtained at the following locations:
- KTA Puainako: 50 E. Puainako St., Hilo
- KTA Waimea: 65-1158 Mamalahoa Hwy., Kamuela
- Pacific Fireworks: 74-5629 Kuakini Hwy., Suite 155, Kailua-Kona
- J. Hara Store: 17-343 Volcano Hwy., Kurtistown
- Kimura General Store: 27-289 Mill Rd., Papaikou
- Phantom Fireworks Tents:
- 74-5511 Luhia St., Kailua-Kona
- 325 E. Makaʻala St., Hilo
- 111 E. Puainako St., Hilo
- TNT Fireworks Tents:
- 381 E. Makaʻala St., Hilo
- 75-1015 Henry St., Kailua-Kona
- 45-3327 Kou St., Honokaʻa
- 16-711 Milo St., Keaʻau
Note: Permits will not be sold at the Parker Ranch Shopping Center Food Court this year.
Fireworks Use Guidelines:
The use of fireworks is permitted only between 9:00 p.m. on New Year’s Eve and 1:00 a.m. on New Year’s Day. Permits must be visibly displayed at the site of use.
The Fire Department reminds the public that it is illegal to:
- Alter or remove the powder or pyrotechnic contents from any firework.
- Throw fireworks at, from, or into vehicles.
- Set off fireworks outside the designated hours.
- Use fireworks within 1,000 feet of hospitals, care homes, animal shelters, zoos, or churches during services.
- Set off fireworks on school property without authorization.
- Use fireworks on public ways (e.g., highways, sidewalks, parks).
- Sell or give fireworks to minors, or for minors to use them unsupervised.
- Use aerial luminary devices (e.g., sky lanterns), bottle rockets, or other aerial fireworks.
Safety Recommendations:
The Fire Department urges residents to celebrate safely by:
- Supervising children and using fireworks responsibly.
- Keeping fireworks away from dry grass and flammable materials.
- Lighting fireworks one at a time and maintaining a safe distance.
- Avoiding fireworks while impaired by alcohol or drugs.
- Wearing protective eyewear.
- Having a fire extinguisher or water source nearby.
Injuries or emergencies should be reported immediately by calling 911.
For further information on purchasing permits, safety protocols, or the fireworks amnesty program, contact the Fire Prevention Branch at 932-2911 (Hilo) or 323-4760 (Kona).
HILO — The Hawai‘i County Fire Department has announced that fireworks permits are now available for purchase in preparation for New Year’s celebrations. Starting today, December 26, permits can be obtained for $25 each, allowing holders to purchase up to 5,000 firecrackers per permit. Multiple permits may be purchased by individuals aged 18 or older.
Permits are nontransferable and non-refundable. Fireworks sales will run through midnight on New Year’s Eve. A permit is not required for purchasing novelties or paperless firecrackers.
Permit Sales Locations:
Permits can be obtained at the following locations:
- KTA Puainako: 50 E. Puainako St., Hilo
- KTA Waimea: 65-1158 Mamalahoa Hwy., Kamuela
- Pacific Fireworks: 74-5629 Kuakini Hwy., Suite 155, Kailua-Kona
- J. Hara Store: 17-343 Volcano Hwy., Kurtistown
- Kimura General Store: 27-289 Mill Rd., Papaikou
- Phantom Fireworks Tents:
- 74-5511 Luhia St., Kailua-Kona
- 325 E. Makaʻala St., Hilo
- 111 E. Puainako St., Hilo
- TNT Fireworks Tents:
- 381 E. Makaʻala St., Hilo
- 75-1015 Henry St., Kailua-Kona
- 45-3327 Kou St., Honokaʻa
- 16-711 Milo St., Keaʻau
Note: Permits will not be sold at the Parker Ranch Shopping Center Food Court this year.
Fireworks Use Guidelines:
The use of fireworks is permitted only between 9:00 p.m. on New Year’s Eve and 1:00 a.m. on New Year’s Day. Permits must be visibly displayed at the site of use.
The Fire Department reminds the public that it is illegal to:
- Alter or remove the powder or pyrotechnic contents from any firework.
- Throw fireworks at, from, or into vehicles.
- Set off fireworks outside the designated hours.
- Use fireworks within 1,000 feet of hospitals, care homes, animal shelters, zoos, or churches during services.
- Set off fireworks on school property without authorization.
- Use fireworks on public ways (e.g., highways, sidewalks, parks).
- Sell or give fireworks to minors, or for minors to use them unsupervised.
- Use aerial luminary devices (e.g., sky lanterns), bottle rockets, or other aerial fireworks.
Safety Recommendations:
The Fire Department urges residents to celebrate safely by:
- Supervising children and using fireworks responsibly.
- Keeping fireworks away from dry grass and flammable materials.
- Lighting fireworks one at a time and maintaining a safe distance.
- Avoiding fireworks while impaired by alcohol or drugs.
- Wearing protective eyewear.
- Having a fire extinguisher or water source nearby.
Injuries or emergencies should be reported immediately by calling 911.
For further information on purchasing permits, safety protocols, or the fireworks amnesty program, contact the Fire Prevention Branch at 932-2911 (Hilo) or 323-4760 (Kona).
