Fire Chief Paige Meyer acknowledged the decision to proceed with the fireworks show was a mistake, attributing it to miscommunication and expressing regret for the event.
The community reacted angrily on social media, voicing their concern for public safety amid dangerous fire conditions, with one resident calling it 'brazen' to hold fireworks on a hot night.
Meyer stated, 'Ultimately, it's my responsibility that it happened,' while emphasizing their commitment to ensuring such a mistake does not recur in the future.
Despite the fire danger during the record heat wave, the fireworks show went forward, leading to intense criticism from locals concerned about safety and fire risks.
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