 are prohibited and it's illegal to buy them in another state and bring them into Delaware. While the fire marshal says the best way to stay safe is to attend a permitted display handled by licensed professionals, handheld sparklers should be kept away from children and be sure to keep a bucket of water or garden hose nearby in case of a fire or other mishap. Mark Fouser, WDEL, Delaware's News Radio. For the fifth year in a row, a Gallup poll shows American pride near a record low.