06/28/2022
New Myrtle Beach Fireworks Law
Myrtle Beach amends fireworks law to comply with South Carolina state law ahead of Independence Day... Please read the text below to know the do's and don't's of shooting fireworks within the Myrtle Beach city limits.
But first... we hope to see you at Downtown Myrtle Beachโs free, Fourth of July Fireworks Show, Second Avenue Pier, 110 North Ocean Boulevard at 10:00 p.m., Monday, July 4!
๐ The cityโs new rule allows fireworks on private property โ with limits about time and manner โ but prohibits fireworks completely on the beach and on other public property. Violations of the new law now are a civil infraction instead of a misdemeanor, with a $250 fine for the first offense and a $500 fine for second and subsequent violations in the same year.
๐ Under the new law, fireworks are allowed on private property between 7:00 a.m. and 10:00 p.m., subject to the property ownerโs permission, and until 12:30 a.m. on July 5 and New Yearโs Day. Again, fireworks are prohibited at all times on the beach and on other public property, with a fine of $250 for violations. Further, minors are not allowed to shoot fireworks at any time unless accompanied by a parent or guardian.
๐ It is illegal in Myrtle Beach to shoot or throw fireworks toward any person, animal, structure or vehicle, including golf carts. The $250/$500 fine applies for violations. It also is illegal to shoot or throw fireworks from a vehicle or to discharge personal fireworks within 500 feet of any church, hospital or school or within 300 feet of any gas station or business where flammable goods are sold.
๐ Remember that fireworks are not allowed on the beach or other public property, except for professional displays approved by the Fire Marshal. While fireworks are allowed on private property until 10:00 p.m., please keep your neighbors and pets in mind, and do not disturb their peace.
Myrtle Beach Fire Department
Myrtle Beach Police Department