Not many businesses benefit from flooding, but the Associated Press is reporting fireworks sales in Nebraska may see a boost thanks to roads leading to Missouri closed by flooding.

Local fireworks stands in Nebraska expect business to explode because flooding will prevent people from going across the river into Rock Port Mo. to buy fireworks.  Rock Port is known for much cheaper prices and bigger selections.

Interstate 29 remains closed leading into Missouri and Iowa Highway 2 is closed which leads to Nebraska City.  All bridges Between St Joseph and Omaha are closed.  Brownville, Rulo and Nebraska city all have crossings.

People who typically drive to Rock Port Mo. from Nebraska face another obstacle. It’s illegal to bring fireworks bought in Missouri into Nebraska.  The Nebraska Highway Patrol often sets up checkpoints to stop the transportation of fireworks into the state.

There’s no word if they will have checkpoints this year.