Full Notification

The use of illegal fireworks anytime, and now leading up to the July 4^th holiday, are causing a tremendous strain on our community’s safety, peace, and wellbeing.  Every time an illegal firework is set off there is a potential for personal injury, property damage, and just as concerning disturbs everyone around, including our pets.  Don’t be that person!  If you see that person, report him or her to the Montebello Police Department at (323) 887-1313. 
The only fireworks that are permitted in the City of Montebello are “Safe & Sane” fireworks and ONLY on July 4^th.    Dangerous fireworks include rockets, aerial missiles, mortars, spinners, roman candles and are not considered “Safe & Sane” and are illegal! 
The use of illegal fireworks will get you fined up to $1,000 and / or arrested.  
Look for the “Safe and Sane” seal on any fireworks you intend to purchase. There are several vendors from non-profit organizations selling legal fireworks in Montebello. All of these vendors have been inspected by the Montebello Fire Department.

Remember; any firework can be dangerous if not used properly. Recent years have resulted in several firework-related fires, severe personal injury, significant property damage, and deaths of animals in the community.   
Please remember the following tips so we can all “Celebrate Safely” this 4th of July.

• Never use illegal fireworks
• Never allow young children to handle fireworks
• Older children should use them only under close adult supervision
• Never use fireworks while impaired by drugs or alcohol
• Keep a bucket of water nearby to fully extinguish fireworks that don't go off or in case of fire
• Anyone using fireworks or standing nearby should wear protective eyewear
• Never hold lighted fireworks in your hands
• Never light them indoors
• Only use them away from people, houses and flammable material
• Never point or throw fireworks at another person
• Only light one device at a time and maintain a safe distance after lighting
• Do not try to re-light or handle malfunctioning fireworks
• Soak both spent and unused fireworks in water for a few hours before discarding