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6–8 p.m.

Seminar 6: Pre-July 4th Special - Fireworks Law and Open Burning in NC

Add to Calendar 2026-06-30 18:00:00 2026-06-30 20:00:00 Seminar 6: Pre-July 4th Special - Fireworks Law and Open Burning in NC Millbrook Exchange Park 1905 Spring Forest Rd Raleigh, NC 27615 City of Raleigh America/New_York public
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  • North Carolina fireworks law: anything that explodes or flies is illegal - firecrackers, bottle rockets, roman candles, mortars
  • Legal consumer fireworks only: ground-based fountains, sparklers (Class 1.4G only)  
  • Age law update (2025): minimum age to purchase or use fireworks is now 18  Penalties: Class 2 misdemeanor, up to $500 fine, up to six months jail if damage occurs  
  • Safe discharge zones: paved open areas away from dry vegetation, trees, structures  
  • Never use fireworks under the influence of alcohol  Keep water source, rake, or shovel nearby - monitor area for hours after  
  • Open burning reminder: Raleigh prohibits all trash and debris burning  
  • Raleigh ordinance: permitted fires cannot exceed three feet high or two feet wide  
  • If a fire escapes: call 911 immediately, do not attempt to fight alone  How to report illegal fireworks to Raleigh Fire Department

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Millbrook Exchange Park

1905 Spring Forest Rd
Raleigh, NC 27615

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