Every year around the Fourth of July, dispatchers at the Santa Clarita Valley Sheriff’s Station receive a flood of calls that sound something like: “I hear fireworks somewhere.” While fireworks are a common holiday tradition, officials are reminding residents that calling 911 simply because fireworks can be heard in the area ties up emergency lines that may be needed for ...

UPDATE: 10:34 p.m. forward progress has been stopped. Firefighters are responding to a brush fire Friday night in the Hasley Canyon area of Castaic. The fire, known as the “Sky Fire” was reported around 10:00 p.m. near 30753 Burlwood Drive.  Initial reports indicated the fire was burning approximately 1 acre with the potential to grow to 2 acres within the ...

A small brush fire broke out Friday night in a Canyon Country neighborhood, but was quickly contained thanks to a fast response by Los Angeles County Fire Department crews. The fire was reported around 9:12 p.m. near 18504 Olympian Court, burning approximately half an acre before forward progress was stopped.  Firefighters arrived swiftly and prevented the flames from spreading to ...

As Independence Day approaches, the City of Santa Clarita is reminding residents that all fireworks are illegal within city limits, including those labeled “Safe.” Each year, thousands of people, including children, suffer burns, injuries or permanent disfigurement due to fireworks, according to the City of Santa Clarita. Additionally, fireworks cause fires that result in millions of dollars in property damage ...

As Independence Day nears, the U.S. Postal Service is reminding the public that fireworks — while a festive part of July 4th celebrations — are not permitted in the mail. All types of fireworks, including sparklers, firecrackers, bottle rockets, and Roman candles, are classified as hazardous materials and are strictly banned from both air and ground USPS transportation due to ...

As the Fourth of July approaches, Santa Clarita residents are being reminded that while fireworks may bring excitement for people, they often bring panic and danger for pets, especially in neighborhoods like Newhall, where illegal fireworks remain a recurring concern. Joshua May, a firefighter of Los Angeles County Fire Department Station 73 in Newhall says he experiences the issue firsthand ...

Santa Clarita residents are invited to enjoy three different fireworks shows this Fourth of July. This Fourth of July, three different professionally held fireworks shows are set to take place for the public to enjoy! City of Santa Clarita Fireworks Show at Valencia Town Center On the Fourth of July, after the mall closes at approximately 9:15 p.m. the City ...

A firework explosion caught on security video in a quiet Saugus neighborhood has led residents to share their renewed concerns over ongoing issues with illegal fireworks being set off near their homes. Since 2020, neighbors say a group of teenagers have been lighting multiple fireworks off in a dry water basin at Plum Canyon Park in Saugus, just yards away ...

Though fireworks are illegal in the City of Santa Clarita, you may see some colorful bursts of light and sound in your neighborhood on the 4th of July. Here’s how you can report fireworks without clogging up emergency lines. Report Illegal Fireworks Illegal fireworks pose a serious threat to public safety and are a violation of the Santa Clarita Municipal ...

Celebrate the Fourth of July in Style at Valencia Town Center’s VIP Fireworks Watch Party, supporting local education! The Valencia Town Center in Santa Clarita is scheduled to host a family-friendly Rooftop VIP Fireworks Watch Party on Thursday, July 4th, from 6 p.m. to 10 p.m. on the roof of the Macy’s parking structure. Guests can enjoy food, drinks, games, ...