DATE: July 1, 2024
INCIDENT: Fireworks Suppression Operation
LOCATION: San Bernardino County
SUMMARY: Every year illegal fireworks are responsible for brush fires, structure fires, and blast/burn injuries to adults and children. Additionally, the noise and lights from illegal fireworks has an adverse effect on many military veterans and animals. To reduce the adverse effects of fireworks in our communities, the San Bernardino County Sheriff’s Department will conduct zero-tolerance, illegal fireworks suppression operations. Operations will begin July 2, 2024, and run through July 7, 2024, throughout San Bernardino County. Those found in violation will be cited and face the maximum penalties allowed by law. Additionally, if a person causes a fire as a result of using fireworks, they will face criminal charges and be liable for any damages caused by the fire.
Only “safe and sane” fireworks are permitted in the following cities: Adelanto, Chino, Colton, Needles, and Rialto, as well as specific locations in Fontana, Grand Terrace, and San Bernardino. “Safe and sane” fireworks are the only type of fireworks allowed in these areas and bear the California State Fire Marshal Seal. Possession of fireworks of any kind, including “safe and sane” is prohibited in all unincorporated areas of San Bernardino County.
For more information on fireworks safety, contact the local fire department in your area, or visit https://sbcfire.org/fireworkssafety/. To report illegal fireworks, call Sheriff’s Dispatch at (909) 387-8313 (Valley) or (760) 956-5001 (Desert). Anonymously report illegal fireworks at We-Tip hotline 1-800-47-ARSON.
Refer: Public Affairs
Phone No. (909) 387-3700
SHANNON D. DICUS, Sheriff-Coroner
San Bernardino County Sheriff-Coroner Department
