Consumer fireworks such as aerial shells, fountains, and sparklers are prohibited citywide in Kailua. Only licensed display fireworks and permitted firecrackers tied to cultural or religious events are allowed under ROH Chapter 20, Article 6.
ROH Chapter 20, Article 6 (Sec. 20-6.1 through 20-6.14) governs fireworks in the City and County of Honolulu, including Kailua. Importing, storing, or selling display fireworks or firecrackers requires a license from HFD (Sec. 20-6.4). Public display fireworks require a permit under Sec. 20-6.12, and firecracker use requires a permit under Sec. 20-6.13, typically tied to New Year's or cultural celebrations. Consumer aerial fireworks, Roman candles, skyrockets, and similar devices are prohibited. Kailua's density and proximity to dry vegetation behind Maunawili and Olomana make enforcement aggressive, and HPD and HFD run joint sweeps around holidays.
Unlawful fireworks use can result in misdemeanor charges, fines up to $2,000 for individuals and higher for commercial importers, and seizure of devices under ROH Sec. 20-6.14.
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