The City of Oakley is warning the community that if you are caught doing fireworks, you could face a $1k fine.
Oakley is one of the few cities in the area to have actually issued fines over the past few years, which include 6 last year. Here is a look at the number of fines since the city updated its ordinance:
- 2021- 27 actual fines
- 2022- 1 actual fine
- 2023- 6 actual fines
The City of Oakley has already had 12 fireworks calls for service through June 25. Meanwhile, this week, Chief Paul Beard warned the community on how disruptive they have been.
“Every year personal injuries and fires occur in Oakley because of fireworks. When you consider the fact we are in the heart of the fire season, even the usage of “safe and sane” are not only illegal, but also very irresponsible. The resources of the fire department are stretched very thin every year because of the issues caused by illegal fireworks. The explosive nature of fireworks also frighten pets and livestock animals. The Contra Costa County Animal Control Department gets challenged by an influx of calls each year because animals dig or jump out of yards and enclosures. Some animals are never reunited with their owners and some are injured, or worse,” said Beard.
The Oakley Police Department, Oakley City management, and the City of Oakley City Council have adopted a zero-tolerance stance regarding fireworks.
You are encouraged to report any firework violations to the Police Department by calling 911 if it is an emergency — a good example of an emergency would be an injured person or an active fire. You may also call 925-625-8060 or 1-833-885-2021 if you believe it to be a non-emergency.
The Oakley Municipal Code can be read at: https://tr.ee/4UHHWW_hGP or at our Link in Bio.
Previous Stories:
- June 21, 2024 – Concord Reminds Residents All Fireworks are Illegal
- July 7, 2023 – Contra Costa Fire Highlights July 4 Fireworks-Related Responses
- June 17, 2023 – Oakley Sees Decrease in Fireworks Activity After Increased Fine
- June 12, 2023 – Law Enforcement Share Fireworks Complaint Data From July 4
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Oakley Police Chief doing everything he can to prevent Oakley from becoming Antioch. Brentwood trying that too, but they’re losing that battle.
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