Police Issue Reminder of Fireworks Ban in Danville

With the 4th of July holiday this week, many residents are already gearing up to head to the curb to light off sparklers, launch bottle rockets and ignite roman candles. The Danville Police Department wishes to remind residents that the use of fireworks is illegal.

Det. Sgt. Jason Haynes said the reminder is being sent out because many residents believe the fireworks ban only applies to large-scale devices like M-80s. When in reality even seemingly innocuous fireworks devices such as sparklers are not allowed.

“With the drought leaving the hills and yards in Danville extremely dry, it could potentially be very dangerous to be out and playing with fireworks this week,” Haynes warned. He added, “In Contra Costa County alone, firefighters respond to more than 40 fires per year, directly attributable to fireworks.”

The Danville Police Department encourages the community to celebrate a safe, happy and fireworks-free 4th of July.

For more information on the fireworks ban, contact Det. Sgt. Jason Haynes at (925) 314-3700 or jhaynes@danville.ca.gov.

—Information submitted by Town of Danville