Firework shortages causing prices to soar ahead of Independence Day Many businesses are experiencing firework shortages ahead of the Fourth of July weekend which is causing an increase in prices. Author: Richard Solomon (WBNS), 10TV Web Staff Published: 11:09 PM EDT June 30, 2021 Updated: 5:10 AM EDT July 1, 2021 LICKING COUNTY, Ohio — With the Fourth of July weekend right around the corner, many are stocking up on fireworks. This year, the boom might come from your wallet. That's because nationwide, many places are experiencing a shortage of fireworks, which has caused an increase in prices. This is something Keegan Kohler ran into while he was shopping for his favorite fireworks at Phantom Fireworks in Kirkersville in Licking County on Wednesday.