Firework Safety

The Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department and the County of Los Angeles want all county residents to celebrate this day safely, responsibly and encourage everyone to visit a firework show.

If caught in possession of or handling illegal fireworks, you may be facing significant fines and criminal prosecution.Below are just some examples of illegal fireworks that are not to be used.

Cherrybomb

Bottlerockets

SkyRockets

Mortars

M80

Firecrackers

Visit the Los Angeles County Fire Department’s website at www.fire.lacounty.gov for firework safety tips.

LOCAL ORDINANCE MAY PROHIBIT “SAFE & SANE” FIREWORKS IN YOUR AREA.(Check prior to purchasing)

To report an emergency dial 911.

To report illegal fireworks, find your local Sheriff’s station phone number at www.lasd.org/stations/.

To report illegal fireworks anonymously, 1-800-222-TIPS

Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department wishes you and your family a happy and safe 4th of July. Our partners at County of Los Angeles Fire Department have released a list of fireworks shows in the LA County area: 2023 Fireworks Show Directory.