As Americans ready themselves for fireworks and festivities, they should anticipate some stores and services may not operate on their normal schedules.

Massachusetts is the only state in the country with a total ban on fireworks. Fireworks were banned in 1943 as a World War II measure.

For those looking to get outside and celebrate, Boston should be in for a warm and sunny Fourth of July, according to National Weather Service forecasts. “It actually looks like a pretty nice day,” said National Weather Service meteorologist Joe Dellicarpini.