How to report illegal fireworks on New Year’s Eve

Published on December 29, 2025

To keep 911 phone lines clear for people experiencing life-threatening emergencies, the City of Oklahoma City asks residents not to call 911 to report illegal fireworks.

Residents should call 911 if a firework injures someone or if fireworks cause a fire.

Residents who know the address of the people launching fireworks can report the violation in the following ways:

  • Call: Fireworks Hotline - (405) 297-2222 between 6 p.m. Dec. 31 and 2 a.m. Thursday, Jan. 1
  • Email: action.center@okc.gov
  • Text: (405) 252-1053

The City will follow up on complaints.

City ordinance
It's illegal to buy, sell or use fireworks in the City of Oklahoma City. Sparklers, snakes, bottle rockets and all other popular fireworks are included in the ban, which applies to all private and public property in Oklahoma City, including parks, lakes and areas along the Oklahoma River.

Violators of the City's fireworks ordinances are subject to a fine of $500, confiscation of fireworks and a possible jail sentence.

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Media Contact
Scott Douglas, Oklahoma City Fire Department
(405) 316-6897
FirePIO@okc.gov

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