Bombs bursting in the air over Maui in this July 2017 photo. Maui News file photo

Public aerial fireworks displays are set for 11:59 p.m. Dec. 31 at Grand Wailea Resort and at the Four Seasons Resort in Lanai.

“The use of fireworks to celebrate the start of a new year is a privilege that Maui residents continue to enjoy. Unfortunately, this activity increases our community’s risk of fire and fire-related injuries,” the Maui Fire Department said in a news release while asking residents to follow proper safety procedures.

In terms of consumer fireworks, New Year’s Eve fireworks are on sale through 12:01 a.m. Wednesday, and a fireworks permit is not required for consumer fireworks such as sparklers, snakes and cylindrical or cone fountains that emit effects not higher than 12 feet off the ground.

However, a firecracker permit is required for the use of firecrackers and permits are available only at the designated locations. Each firecracker permit costs $25 and allows a purchase of up to 5,000 pieces of firecrackers.

Permits are available at eight locations on Maui, two locations on Lanai and two on Molokai including:

• Foodland Kaahumanu at 90 Kane St., Kahului.

• Foodland Kihei at 1881 S. Kihei Road, Kihei.

• Foodland Pukalani at 55 Pukalani St., Pukalani.

• Foodland Kehalani at 255 Kehalani Village Drive, Wailuku.

• King’s Cathedral at the Walmart parking lot at 101 Pakaula Street, Kahului.

• Napili Market at 5095 Napilihau Street 107-A, Lahaina.

• Pacific Starr Fireworks at the Piikea Village Shopping Center at 281 Piikea Avenue, Kihei.

• Safeway Maui Lani parking lot at 58 Maui Lani Parkway, Wailuku.

• Pine Isle Market at 356 8th Street, Lanai City, Lanai.

• King’s Chapel at 1001 Fraser Avenue, Lanai City, Lanai.

• Misaki Market at 78 Ala Malama Avenue, Kaunakakai, Molokai.

• Take’s Variety Store at 29 Mohala Street, Kaunakakai, Molokai.

There is no limit to the number of permits issued to each person. Permit applicants must be 18 years or older and show proof of age at the time of purchasing permits.

The Maui Fire Department is also reminding residents of the following rules regarding fireworks usage:

• Fireworks can only be legally set off from 9 p.m. on New Year’s Eve to 1 a.m. on New Year’s Day. Setting off fireworks outside designated times is punishable by law. Violations are subject to fines of up to $5,000.

• Aerial fireworks are illegal and dangerous. The import, transfer, sale or use of aerial fireworks without a permit is a felony.

• It is unlawful to remove or extract pyrotechnic contents.

• It is unlawful to throw any ignited fireworks from a moving vehicle.

• It is unlawful to set off fireworks within 1,000 feet of health care facilities and facilities for animals.

• It is unlawful to set off fireworks near schools.

• It is unlawful to set off fireworks on public roads, in county parks, at county facilities, cane fields or places of worship.

• It is unlawful for any person without a permit to set off, ignite, discharge or otherwise cause to explode any fireworks within 500 feet of any hotel.

• It is unlawful for any person to offer for sale, sell or give any fireworks to minors, and for any minors to possess, purchase or set off, ignite or otherwise cause to explode any fireworks, except that the parents or guardians may allow the minor to use fireworks while under the immediate supervision and control of an adult.

Safety tips:

• Young children and fireworks do not mix. Never give fireworks, even sparklers to young children. Sparklers burn at temperatures of 2,000 degrees Fahrenheit.

• Older children should only use fireworks under the direct supervision of an adult.

• Always read and follow all warnings and instructions listed by the manufacturer for the safe use and handling of fireworks.

• Make sure you have a clear, flat area to use the fireworks; away from structures, dry grass or brush, or other readily ignitable materials.

• Have a water hose or bucket of water readily available in case of a fire.

For additional information about fireworks permits, contact the Maui Fire Department’s, Fire Prevention Bureau at (808) 876-4690.