The Atlanta Fire Rescue Department wants to ensure City of Atlanta residents are aware of the laws related to the use of fireworks.
Under Georgia law, per O.C.G.A Code Section 25-10-1, it is lawful for any person, firm, corporation, association, or partnership to use or ignite or cause to be ignited any consumer fireworks:
On any day beginning at the time of 10:00 A.M. and up to and including the ending time of 11:59 P.M.
On January 1 of each year beginning at the time of 12:00 Midnight and up to and including the ending time of 1:00 A.M.
Additionally, it is unlawful to use consumer fireworks:
Indoors.
Within the right of way of a public road, street, highway, or railroad.
Within 100 yards of an electric plant; water treatment plant; waste-water treatment plant; a facility engaged in the retail sale of gasoline or other flammable or combustible liquids or gases.
Within 100 yards of the boundaries of any public use air facility.
Within any park, historic site, recreational area, or other property, which is owned by or operated by, for, or under the custody and control of a governing authority of a county or municipal corporation, except pursuant to a special use permit.
Within 100 yards of a hospital, nursing home, or other health care facility.
While under the influence of alcohol or any drug.
To report possible unlawful use of fireworks, please contact E911 Police and Fire Non-Emergency using one of the following methods:
Dial 311 and select option 2
Dial (404) 658-6666 (outside of Atlanta city limits)
Text 911 from your cellular device
Utilize the link − https://www.atlantaga.gov/request-dispatch