Fireworks and the Fourth of
July
Helpful Links
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Harris County Fire Marshal Office
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Possession
and Transportation of fireworks, Texas House Bill 1813
Fireworks
are not only illegal in the City and parts of the county but they are also are
very dangerous.
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It is illegal to discharge fireworks or to have fireworks in your possession
in the City of Houston. A recent Texas House Bill allows for the transportation
of fireworks, however there are restrictions including where the fireworks are
located inside the vehicle and if they are opened or unopened. See
HB1813 for more information >>>
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The City will continue to enforce, in compliance with state law, fire and
safety regulations within the city.Â
Harris County residents should also be aware that HFD will be enforcing the
fireworks ban in the Limited Purpose Annexation
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The fines are anywhere from $500 - $2000 for each individual firework.
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Warnings are no longer used because of the seriousness of the firework laws.
If a minor is caught with fireworks, the parent or guardian will receive the
fine even if they were unaware of the minor's possession and/or usage.
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Even though it is legal to buy, possess, and use consumer fireworks (1.4G) in
the unincorporated areas of Harris County, there are some places you cannot use
fireworks even in the unincorporated county. Such as near churches, hospitals
an asylum, a licensed child care center, or a public or private primary or
secondary school or institution of higher education unless the person receives
authorization in writing from that organization.
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Although Fireworks and celebrations go together, especially during the
holiday season, they can be dangerous when used improperly; causing serious burn
and eye injuries.
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Citizens should report all complaints regarding the
illegal use of fireworks directly to the HPD Tel-communicator (non-emergency
line) at 713-884-3131. If the citizen believes that there may be a fire and/or
medical emergency related to the use of fireworks, he/she should dial 9-1-1 and
request the HFD. 4951