Why did Ocean City MD cancel fireworks?

Ocean City, MD – (July 4, 2021): Ocean City Fire Marshals are continuing safety inspections at both fireworks locations after the unintended discharge of fireworks on the beach this morning. At this time, the cause of the fireworks discharge is unknown.

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A perimeter around the fireworks site has been established and will remain in place until the safety inspections are complete, which could take several days. At this time, areas of the Boardwalk have also been closed to pedestrian traffic until a thorough safety inspection has been completed.

Due to an abundance of caution, all firework shows in Ocean City have been canceled.

Updates will be provided as they become available.

Ocean City officials have turned a labor shortage into an advantage by splitting its upcoming Independence Day fireworks shows over two days and adding a very special guest for the second night.

The firework company contracted to provide fireworks for the holiday celebrations originally both set for July 4 told officials that labor shortages resulted in having inadequate staff to host the events as expected. Now town officials have decided to split the shows over two days.

“You know what they say when things don’t go as planned,” said City Manager Terry McGean, "you make a new plan, which is exactly what we've done."

The fireworks shows for the resort are now set for July 3 and July 5.

On July 3, an "intimate" Independence Day celebration is planned at Northside Park during Sundaes in the Park, featuring a 7 p.m. concert by Mike Hines & the Look, followed by a condensed firework show at 9 p.m.

On July 5 at 8 p.m., "American Idol" star and Salisbury native Jay Copeland will take the stage at Northside Park.

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Downtown on July 5, Ocean City will feature music beginning at 8 p.m. and fireworks beginning at 9:30 p.m. The show will include new fireworks elements by Celebration Fireworks Company. Due to the height of the new fireworks display, visitors should view the show from the beach between the fishing pier and Third Street.

Ocean City is not the only town experiencing issues with its fireworks display this year. Vienna, Virginia, also experienced a similar issues with its vendor due to labor shortage; the town moved its celebration to July 1, according to WNBC-TV4.

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In addition, supply chain issues and climbing prices are affecting the availability of fireworks as the Fourth of July holiday approaches across the nation. Overall, costs are up 35% across the firework industry, although the American Pyrotechnics Association estimates more than 16,000 fireworks displays will be produced this Fourth of July, The Associated Press reports.

Ocean City had high hopes in this year's fireworks after its 2021 beach display was unintentionally discharged during setup. Out of caution, many area fireworks displays were canceled.

For updated information about both Ocean City's 2022 events, visit www.ococean.com/events.

Check back with DelmarvaNow.com for updates on July 4 fireworks and events across Delmarva.

The two Independence Day fireworks planned in Ocean City, Maryland have been moved due a staffing storage at the vendor contracted to launch the shows.

The Town of Ocean City announced Tuesday that due to the shortage, they will now hold their full show on July 5th on the boardwalk, with music beginning at 8 p.m., and the fireworks display launching at 9:30.

Ocean City recommends viewing the show from the beach between the fishing pier and 3rd Street.

Also on July 5th, Eastern Shore native Jay Copeland, who appeared on American Idol, will hold a concert at Northside Park on 132rd Street, but there will be no fireworks connected to that performance.

North Ocean City residents who don't want to go downtown will have to go to July 3rd's "Sundaes In the Park Concert Series", with has a concert at 7 p.m., followed by what is described as an "intimate firework" show at 9 p.m.

Bethany Beach and Lewes are still planning to hold their fireworks shows on July 4, while Rehoboth's traditional July 3 show is still on for that night.

The Cape May-Lewes Ferry is also planning a July 3 cruise to watch fireworks from Lower Township, New Jersey.

Is Ocean City doing 2022 fireworks?

Fireworks for 2022 will take place on the following dates: 2022 Fourth of July Celebration, fireworks in Ocean City will be launched from a barge in the ocean near the Music Pier at 9 p.m. and will be best viewed from the beach and boardwalk between Fifth Street and 14th Street.

Can you set off fireworks in Ocean City Maryland?

Consumer use of fireworks and sparklers is illegal in Baltimore City, Harford, Howard, Montgomery and Prince George's counties, and in Ocean City.

What time are the fireworks in Ocean City Maryland 2022?

Visible from many points in Ocean City, the firework show is not something to miss. Whether you're out on the town for dinner, or just strolling down the boards, at 10:30pm look to the sky for a wonderful display of explosive colors as Ocean City lights up for you and your family to enjoy.

What time are fireworks for 4th Ocean City MD?

Music at the Caroline Street Stage will kick off at 8 p.m. with the unique Firework Show beginning at 9 :30 p.m. The show's rare features will be a departure from a traditional display, and will include new fireworks features by Celebration Fireworks Company.