Fireworks Information in the City of Santa Monica

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

June 26, 2018

CONTACT:  Eric Binder, Fire Marshal
                     Santa Monica Fire Department
                     333 Olympic Drive
                     Santa Monica, CA  90404
                     Ph. (310) 458.8655

As the July 4 holiday approaches, the Santa Monica Fire Department would like to remind everyone that ALL types of fireworks are illegal in the City of Santa Monica. This includes so-called “safe and sane” fireworks, which may not be used in Santa Monica EVEN IF they are legal in the city in which they are purchased. Possession of fireworks is considered a misdemeanor and may be punishable up to $1,000.00 fine, and or 6 months in jail.

The public is urged to avoid the use of consumer fireworks and instead, to enjoy displays of fireworks conducted by trained professionals. For a local fireworks show, please join the community out at Santa Monica College for Celebrate America on June 30^th.

5601.1.3 Seizure of Fireworks. All fireworks shall be illegal in the City of Santa Monica including California State Fire Marshal
“Safe and Sane” fireworks. No person shall possess, transport, sell or offer for sale any such fireworks.

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