The America 250 fireworks show was reported to include more than 850,000 pyrotechnic effects/firework shells in Washington, D.C.

Quick Scoop

  • Multiple reports described the show as a record-setting display for America’s 250th birthday.
  • One report said the event used more than 850,000 individual fireworks and lasted about 35 to 40 minutes.
  • Another report said officials expected 850,000 firework shells launched from 10 sites.

What that means

That number refers to the total fireworks/pyrotechnic effects used in the show, not the number of spectators or separate events.