From sparklers to Roman Candles and everything in between, residents are stocking up the day before the Fourth of July at All American Fireworks in Bensalem.
Looking to buy fireworks for the Fourth of July? Your holiday may be more bust than bang if you don’t shop early enough.
The firework industry has found itself short on inventory as the COVID-19 pandemic continues to affect the supply chain. Several firework owners are experiencing month-long delays on shipments from China due to a global shipping container shortage.
This year, planning ahead when buying fireworks for July 4 celebrations will be necessary — unless you want sparkers and pop-its — as local sellers are describing shipping delays and a high volume of sales.
“Everyone is getting things late. We have a shipment coming this week, which is rough because it is the Fourth of July. But I am sure other people’s shipments were delayed past the holiday,” said Anthony Odessa, owner of All American Fireworks in Bensalem.