Firework vendors and experts warn of ‘slight increases’ at the register for Fourth of July 2025

Independence Day is almost upon us, and that means fireworks, and lots of them.

“Just some Roman candles and the smaller things for the kids that are quiet because the big stuff goes on later,” fireworks shopper Mike Atlee said, showing off his purchases to Action News Jax while checking out Thursday.

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However, for many looking to light up the skies or pop those firecrackers Friday, it may cost more than years past.

The American Pyrotechnics Association last month warned that President Donald Trump’s tariff war could affect the price and supply of fireworks — a favorite Fourth of July pastime for so many…

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