Fireworks: What's Legal & What's Not This Holiday

It was a dramatic morning in Indiana after an explosion and fire at a fireworks store.
At one point, fireworks were seen shooting from the building in Hammond, Indiana. Firefighters had to keep their distance while spraying water on the building, fearing more potential explosions, but no one was hurt.
The cause is under investigation.
In Central Texas, fears of big fires sparked by fireworks are prompting bans in several counties. That includes both buying and selling them.
Here's a look at what's legal and what's not.
So-called winged or finned rockets are not allowed. They shoot higher, farther and burn longer once they hit the ground.
Next, stick fireworks or bottle rockets are banned. They're known to zip through dry ground and ignite a string of fires.
However, roman candles and canister-style aerial fireworks with bases are OK.
Even with bans in place, fireworks in general could be risky this holiday.
"The reason for the ban [is that] we haven't had any rain lately," said Chief Allen Harrison with the Round Mountain Volunteer Fire Department. "They're getting kind of worried these dry conditions are going to continue."
If conditions get much worse, counties have the option of declaring an emergency ban of all fireworks.
Fireworks stands expect to open 10 days before the 4th.
Local sheriff's offices will investigate reports of violations and possibly issue citations.