Full Notification

The City has a “zero tolerance” for illegal fireworks but allows for the sale and use of legal fireworks, identifiable by the California Fire Marshal’s “Safe and Sane” seal.  Legal fireworks may be purchased between June 28^th through July 4^th. Fireworks purchased in another state, over the internet, or from any other source may be illegal.  Any firework that launches into the air, propels across the ground, or explodes, is illegal to sell or possess and will result in a $1,000 fine and/or arrest.
 
The City of Rosemead wants residents to enjoy a safe Independence Day and ask that you remember the following:
 

• The City has “Zero Tolerance” toward the use or possession of illegal fireworks;
• Fines start at $1,000 (RMC Chapter 8.28.110 - Fireworks);
• Property owners can be held responsible if illegal fireworks are used on their property or if illegal fireworks are in the possession of others;
• Use of fireworks is prohibited in all City parks;
• Possession of any fireworks by anyone under the age of eighteen (18) is prohibited;
• The discharge of “safe and sane” fireworks must be in the presence of a responsible adult; and
• The discharge of “Safe and Sane” fireworks are permitted only on July 3^rd and July 4^th, from 7:00 a.m. to 11:59 p.m.  Discharge of fireworks before or after this period is prohibited and subject to the issuance of a City Administrative citation.

 
We encourage our residents to help us keep everyone safe this holiday by reporting any illegal firework activity, please click here and report under Code Enforcement: Illegal Use of Fireworks, or by calling the Code Enforcement Division at (626) 569-2129. All reports are anonymous.
 
Please come and celebrate with us at our annual Independence Parade on Saturday, July 4^th at 10 am along Valley Boulevard between Walnut Grove Avenue and Loma Avenue. The 4^th Celebration continues at the Carnival located at Rosemead Park, 4343 Encinita Avenue with fun activities, rides, food and craft vendors, and live entertainment. End the night with spectacular fireworks show.