State Fire Marshal, John W. Rudd, has ordered a Burning Ban, beginning October 15, 2024, for all outdoor burning, as current conditions throughout the State of Delaware are extremely dry and pose a fire hazard. Effective immediately, the following are prohibited: bonfires, controlled burnings (including burning of leaves and yard waste), agricultural burnings, fires for land clearing, fires for demolition and removal of hazards, and outdoor rubbish fires (whether or not contained). More Info

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Explosives Use & Transportation

Explosives Use & Transportation Permit Blasting / Explosive Permit to Use Application Blasting / Explosive Permit to Transport Application Regulation 704, Chapter 3 Explosives, Ammunition, Blasting Agents Delaware Blaster’s License Attention Licensed Blasters Application for Blaster’s License Exam Application for Blaster’s License Renewal

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Fireworks: Display Permits & Licensing

The Delaware Office of the State Fire Marshal reminds all citizens and visitors of Delaware that fireworks can cause serious injuries or death. Projectiles from exploded fireworks can cause eye injuries, burns, and amputations of fingers. The Fireworks law under the Delaware Criminal Code was amended to: Please leave fireworks in the hands of professionals […]

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Headquarters / Kent Division Contact Information

New Castle Division Contact Information Administration Contact Information Sussex Division Contact Information Headquarters Office Address: 1537 Chestnut Grove Road Dover, DE 19904-1544 State Location Mail Code: D-180 Headquarters Office Phone Numbers: Administration: 302-739-5665 Technical Services: 302-739-4394 Information & Technology: 302-739-5665 Juvenile Firesetters Intervention Program: 302-257-3075 False Fire Alarm Program: 302-739-4394 Investigations: 302-739-4447 Quality Assurance Program: […]

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