Updated at 2:35 p.m., Saturday, December 22, 2007
Maui Fire Department lists hours for fireworks permits
News Release
WAILUKU — In anticipation of a demand for fireworks permits, the Maui County Fire Department has announced that permits will be processed at the following locations and hours:
Dec. 22-31 — During normal business hours
Fire Prevention Bureau (780 Alua St., Wailuku)
County Parks Permit Office - Lahaina
County Parks Permit Office - Moloka'i
Pine Isle Market - Lana'i
Saturday, Dec. 29 — 8 a.m. to noon
Fire Prevention Bureau (780 Alua St., Wailuku)
Fireworks permits are required to purchase the firecracker type of fireworks and are good for 5,000 firecrackers. Permit applicants must be 18 years or older and show proof of age at the time of permit processing.
There is no limit to the number of permits a person may
purchase and the cost of each permit is $25, payable by check or money order to "County of Maui." Cash will be accepted only at the Fire Prevention Bureau and Pine Isle Market.
Novelty fireworks such as sparklers, snakes, fountains and cylindrical or cone fountains that emit effects not higher than 12 feet off the ground do not require permits.
The Maui Fire Department would also like to remind residents of the following rules pertaining to fireworks:
vehicle.
parks, at county facilities, cane fields, or places of worship.
ignite, discharge or otherwise cause to explode any fireworks within 500 feet of any hotel.
any fireworks to minors, and for any minors to possess, purchase, or set off, ignite or otherwise cause to explode any fireworks, with the exception that parents or guardians may allow a minor to use fireworks while under the immediate supervision and control of an adult.
"The rules are in place to make sure that everyone is able to enjoy a safe New Year's eve celebration," said Fire Capt. Val Martin.
"It is important that the public follows these safety guidelines, and maintains a heightened awareness of their surroundings. Keep track of the wind direction, which can blow firework embers into your yard,and remove any dry vegetation bordering your home. And one last critical
safety reminder: No one should ever attempt to take apart purchased fireworks, or make any home-made explosives, because such devices are extremely dangerous and unpredictable."
For additional information on fireworks permits, contact the Maui Fire Prevention Bureau at 808-244-9161 or visit www.co.maui.hi.us and review the fireworks rules under the "Fire Control" section.
