Attention Fourth of July Pyromaniacs: Fireworks Hut in Edgewater is Ready for You

If you become a pyromaniac-for-a-day every Fourth of July holiday, the Fireworks outlet in Edgewater is ready for your business.

In the entire state of Maryland, all fireworks must be ground-based "fountain" type sparkling devices. From a technical standpoint, these non-aerial, non-explosive devices aren't really fireworks, but, hey, it's Independence Day and you light them with a match and they let off light and make a lot of noise.

Traditional (aerial) fireworks are only legal to use in the state with the approval of the local fire department, and as a part of a public display.

But what they sell in Edgewater is still fun, and the more you pay, the higher and longer-lasting the display.

Edgewater's fireworks outlet sells individual fireworks and packages. Some of the bigger packages include the "Pyromaniac," ($149) and the "Arsenal," ($275). Some are sophisticated shows, like "Night Treasure," ($129), which has multiple wicks to light for a longer-lasting display.

They also have non-lighting (kid-friendly) fireworks like paper poppers (2/$1.49).

The brand they sell, "TNT" is Chinese-made, which store manager Judy said is very reliable.

"We've been selling it for decades," Judy said.

The same company has set up camp at this site for several years.

The store is open from 9:30 a.m. to 10 p.m. seven days a week, including on July 4. The shop will be in place until July 10.