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July 4th Is Here! But No Fireworks For You
Fireworks on display at a TNT Fireworks stand in Inglewood, California on July 3, 2017. (Photo: Darryl Barker/KPCC)
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It's that time of year again when we gently remind you that fireworks are illegalin the city of Los Angeles and allunincorporatedareas of L.A. County. That means you can't sell them, buy them, own them, transport them, or use them.
But all hope is not lost for those looking to get lit this 4th of July. Some areas do allow "safe and sane" fireworks. Translation: the ones that don't fly or explode (like sparklers, for example). They're labeled as "safe and sane" on the packaging -- you won't have to make a judgement call on that.
For the love of your fingers and eyeballs, please remember that common sense is king this holiday. Personal fireworks can hurt you, other people and oh my think of the animals. The message from local officials is to go to a pro show instead. They really want you to know this. And they've made a number of awkward videos to prove it:
MBPD wishes you a fun and safe #FourthofJuly, but remember, Fireworks of all kinds are illegal in #ManhattanBeach, including those branded “Safe and Sane” – even sparklers. #leavethefireworkstotheprofessionals #safetyfirst #happyfourthofjuly More info at https://t.co/fAetMac9Uz pic.twitter.com/kGaYZlF5lg
— Manhattan Beach PD (@manhattanbchpd) June 28, 2018
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Watch this video because we want you to have a safe and happy #FourthofJuly. Leave the fireworks to the pros and find a professional fireworks show near you by visiting https://t.co/oi0UMoYBao pic.twitter.com/d86syZKcRE
— LAPD HQ (@LAPDHQ) June 21, 2018
Shooting #fireworks in #LA is incredibly dangerous and #illegal.
— David E. Ryu (@davideryu) June 19, 2018
Watch this video from @LAFD and @MayorOfLA and DON'T get caught shooting illegal fireworks this 4th of July.https://t.co/P6zOEKhocG
Fireworks are illegal in LB! 💥🚫 Last wk, @LBPDEast Directed Enforcement Team (DET) responded to an online ad selling fireworks. The seller, a LB local, met with DET to complete the transaction and ended up receiving more than he bargained for!💥🚫 #FireworksFreeLB #LBPDBuyBust pic.twitter.com/LywAkyazJg
— LBPD East Division (@LBPDEast) June 26, 2018
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