The Most Popular Firework In Idaho Can Get You Busted

The excitement of the Fourth of July holiday is rapidly growing as America prepares to celebrate our Independence Day. Fireworks are a massive part of these celebrations, but some of them can get a person in deep trouble with the local sheriff's office.

Safe and sane fireworks are the most popular types among families. Examples of these are smoke bombs, sparklers, fountains, and flowers. Safe and sane fireworks do not shoot into the sky and explode, posing a fire risk.

Over $2 billion is spent ever year on fireworks in America, according to Under 30 CEO. Idaho imports over a half million dollars worth of fireworks annually, according to CNBC. Fireworks are big business in the United States, and the most expensive ones are outlawed in most states.

The Most Popular Firework in America is Illegal in Most States

While safe and sane fireworks might appear to be the most popular in the U.S. due to parents buying them for kids, according to mypandle.com aerials (mortars) are the most purchased in America.

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Mortars and other aerial fireworks can only be set off at public displays, and require permits and permission from the city. They are against the law for people to light off during residential fireworks gatherings due to the extreme fire danger and safety risks.

Punishment for those illegally lighting off aerials in Idaho can include fines and jail time, according to state government websites.