SACRAMENTO — The California Highway Patrol (CHP) is reminding motorists to slow down and drive responsibly as they head out for Independence Day celebrations statewide. To address unsafe driving and keep…
The City of Oakley issued its annual reminder that all fireworks in the City of Oakley are illegal and cause a danger to the community. This comes as Contra Costa…
This week, the San Pablo City Council agreed in a 4-0 vote to increase fines for illegal fireworks while also holding property owners, and other hosts, responsible for fireworks use…
SAN FRANCISCO – The Bay Area Air District urges residents to celebrate responsibly this Fourth of July by avoiding personal fireworks, which can elevate air pollution and increase wildfire danger.…
The Contra Costa County Fire Protection District released data from the 2024 July 4 holiday which shows 317 total dispatches to incidents. According to the District, they took in 1,104…
The Downtown Brentwood Coalition announced Monday it plans to bring a fireworks show to the City of Brentwood in 2025. According to the coalition, the show will be professionally coordinated…
On Saturday morning, the Contra Costa County Fire Protection District responded to downtown Antioch for a report of a fireworks mishap. The incident occurred at 5:45 am at 2nd Street…
The Contra Costa County Fire Protection District had nearly 80 fire call outs during July 4 Holiday where fireworks lit up the sky in Contra Costa County. In the City…
Here is a look at the upcoming July 4 events and celebrations around Contra Costa County. As well as a few events outside of the area to enjoy which include…
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…
Over the last few days, several Contra Costa County law enforcement agencies have provided their data and responses to complaints of fireworks. Last week, Contra Costa County Fire Protection District…
CONCORD, CALIF., – Contra Costa County Fire Protection District made available details of the fire and EMS activity, much of it fireworks related, occurring across the district on the Independence…
The Alameda County Sheriff reported that on the 4th of July, the Alameda County Sheriff’s Office confiscated 407 pounds of illegal fireworks on July 4th. The effort was conducted by…
This month, the Livermore City Council approved amendments to the City’s fireworks ordinance (Chapter 9.40) to include a social hosting provision. The social hosting provision will go into effect June…
The Pleasant Hill Police Department say a 15-year-old male has turned himself in after a firework was found on Pleasant Hill Middle School campus grounds. On Monday, April 17th, the…