With the dry conditions, counties are strongly encouraging people to refrain from using fireworks this 4th of July season.
Elkhart and Marshall Counties have even taken it one step further and completely banned the use of fireworks.
It's causing quite the controversy.
The Indiana Fireworks Dealers Association says bans on the use of fireworks violates a state law.
"There is a state law out there that states that fireworks can be shot form June 29th until July 8th whether or not they have some type of permission over or above the state law I'm not sure," says Michael Carlo who sells fireworks.
Elkhart Fire Department Assistant Battalion Chief David Cushwa says they don't need special permission to ban fireworks, it's simply a matter of public safety because a small fire can grow large, very quickly.
"Due to extreme risk to other people lighting off the fireworks there's significant more damage that could be occurring that's within the state law," says Elkhart Fire Department Assistant Battalion Chief, David Cushwa.
He adds that they aren't purposely trying to hurt fireworks dealers.
Carlo encourages people to still enjoy the 4th of July tradition in the counties that will allow it.
He says setting off fireworks can be done safely, even in dry conditions.
