Bay Area residents are being warned about the dangers of illegal fireworks as the Fourth of July approaches. Over 15,000 injuries are reported annually due to non-condoned fireworks, which can lead to lasting trauma. Officials are advocating for attendance at professional displays instead. California Governor Gavin Newsom emphasized the importance of safety to prevent wildfires. The Santa Clara County Sheriff's Office enforces a zero-tolerance policy regarding illegal fireworks, urging caution with even legal "safe and sane" fireworks, which can also result in accidents. Fireworks without proper safety seals are illegal statewide.
"Every year, over 15,000 injuries occur from fireworks that are not condoned. That is a trauma that will stay with that person potentially for a lifetime."
"Accidents happen with safe and sane, just like they do with the aerials and the illegal fireworks. Anything that gets shot up in the air is a huge safety (risk)."
Collection
[
|
...
]