Public safety officials warn Bay Area residents of the dangers of illegal fireworks

Bay Area officials focus on public safety ahead of 4th of July weekend

From Oakland to San Francisco, law enforcement officials around the Bay Area say they're ready for a safe 4th of July weekend.

Public safety officials warn Bay Area residents of the dangers of illegal fireworks

With the Fourth of July just around the corner, public safety officials and healthcare workers are advising Bay Area residents to be aware of the dangers of illegal fireworks — instead encouraging attendance at professional shows of both fireworks and drones. Related Articles Who flies the American flag? Poll finds major partisan divide ahead of July 4 Bay Area Fourth of July travel traditions continue: Packed traf…

‘Exercise some intelligent behavior’: Las Vegas officials warn against using illegal fireworks

Setting off illegal fireworks can devastate an entire block, Clark County Fire Chief Thomas Touchstone warned during a news conference ahead of the Fourth of July holiday.