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Officials Warn SCV Residents About The Dangers Of Fireworks

Story by Tamara Murga, SCVTV

Santa Clarita Sheriff’s Station deputies and Los Angeles County Fire officials want Santa Clarita residents to be aware of dangers associated with firework related activity.


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Fillmore is the only nearby city to allow the sale and use of fireworks, officers will be checking for proper licensing as the booths multiply along the roadside.

Buyers purchased over $500 worth of fireworks along California 126 in Fillmore on the first day of sales Tuesday and vendors are expecting those numbers to grow.

Law enforcement is ready to send out several officers to crack down any illegal sale and use of pyrotechnics.

No matter how small or large, or whether “safe and sane,” each firework can lead to serious injuries. Children, including adults, are exposed to severe burns and eye injuries.

Deputies at the Sheriff’s Station want to remind the community that there are several consequences to buying, using, and selling them in the Santa Clarita Area.

Illegal use of fireworks can result in penalties ranging from $2,500 for a first offense, $10,000 for a third offense and jail time of up to six months, according to fire officials.

With a busy weekend ahead, law enforcement encourages families to enjoy the fun of fireworks the safe way by visiting local community events instead, where pyrotechnics are handled by professionals.

Flyers are also available at the Santa Clarita Sheriff’s Department for detailed safety procedures and regulations regarding this Fourth of July.

Do you have a news tip? Call us at (661) 298-1220, or drop us a line at community@hometownstation.com.

KHTS AM 1220 - Santa Clarita Radio

Officials Warn SCV Residents About The Dangers Of Fireworks

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About Heather Harbin

Heather grew up in the Santa Clarita Valley and graduated from West Ranch High School in 2012. She recently graduated from College of the Canyons with an Associate's Degree in New Media Journalism. She was involved in College of the Canyons' "Cougar News" for two years, where she became the senior producer. She will be studying for her Bachelor's Degree at Cal State Northridge in the spring. Heather became a staff writer at KHTS AM-1220 following her internship in the newsroom. She has been writing news and feature articles for the KHTS website since May 2015.