There are 3 basic forms of fireworks

• Commercial
• Dangerous and
• Consumer commonly known as "Safe and Sane".

Commercial firework displays are typically used for display for large public audiences. They are maintained and monitored by licensed pyrotechnicians and the H.B.F.D. during the setup and launching process. A permit from the city is required to possess and discharge such pyrotechnics.

Dangerous fireworks are explosives such as M-80's firecrackers and even small firecrackers known as "Ladie Fingers". It is illegal to possess (12677 H&S) or discharge (12680 H&S) such fireworks anywhere in California .

"Safe and Sane" fireworks are legal in some California counties, unincorporated areas and cities. In Huntington Beach, it is illegal to possess or discharge any fireworks (78.202 HBFC) even if they were legally purchased outside of the city. It is even illegal to possess those items on the beach under the same law.

Additionally, the dangerous practice of shooting a gun into the air is illegal (9.76.010 HBMC). Please consider your fellow neighbors and remember these bullets come down with deadly velocity.