Which States Are Sky Lanterns Illegal?

In the United States, the bans include Alaska, California, Florida, Hawaii, Illinois, Maine, Maryland, Minnesota, New Hampshire, New Jersey, Oregon, Rhode Island, South Carolina, Tennessee, Utah, Virginia and Washington.

Can you light sky lanterns anywhere?

First, while they can remain airborne for a long time, the lanterns will eventually come back down to earth. When they land, the light inside may still be on or hot enough to cause a fire. All of these reasons are why California has made sky lanterns illegal.

Why are sky lanterns banned?

Sky lanterns pose a risk of starting an uncontrolled fire. This can happen if the open fire comes into contact with combustible material, especially in areas prone to bushfires.

Where can you set up sky lanterns?

What is the best launch location for My Sky Lanterns? For safety reasons, they should always be released outdoors in a clear and wide open space free of overhead obstructions. These obstacles include power lines, trees, buildings and other structures.

What happens to lanterns once they are released?

Similar to released balloons, sky lanterns all return to earth as debris. They are often marketed as "biodegradable" or "earth friendly", both of which are untrue. Sky lanterns are made with treated paper, threads and/or a bamboo ring. They can travel miles and always land as hazardous waste.

Are candle lights legal?

Sky Lanterns are prohibited throughout the state of California. Sky Lanterns are made from flammable materials such as paper bags or light fabrics, which then fly away from the heat of an open flame candle. These devices pose a fire safety risk and we prohibit their use.

Can you light sky lanterns on the beach?

Sky Lanterns are prohibited throughout the state of California. The use of sky lanterns may be cited through Santa Cruz Municipal Code 19.05.

Are there any safe sky lanterns?

Some consider sky lanterns, also known as fire lanterns, to be an acceptable alternative to balloons. "Biodegradable" lanterns made from bamboo take decades to break down and can harm or trap animals in the meantime. They can also start dangerous fires.

What can I use instead of sky lanterns?

8 alternatives to mass balloon releases and sky lanterns