The 4th of July is not only traditionally fun, but it is also traditionally the holiday with the most fires. These fires can be as small as a burning bucket and some burned fingers. However, it can be entire neighborhoods.
The worst part is that many children are the ones that are injured in these types of fires. This is because they are not prepared to use fireworks safely.
Make sure that the area you are lighting fireworks off is also free of bushes, dry grass, trees, streamers, balloons, flammable helium, and other fire hazardous materials.
Have a fire extinguisher readily available. Or a hose or a bucket of water. This way if there was an accidental fire, the fire can be put out quickly.
When you are disposing of 4th of July decorations and fireworks, make sure that they are completely free of heat and fire. This way there will not be a smoldering fire happening after the party is over.
PLEASE secure your dogs/pets in a safe place. So many dogs get frightened at the sound of fireworks and end up running away.
In the event that anyone becomes aware of illegal firework activity, please take action. During non-business hours, calls can be made to Mission Police Station Desk at 818-838-9800. Anyone wishing to remain anonymous should call Crime stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (800-222-8477).
Tipsters may also contact Crime stoppers by texting to phone number 274637 (C-R-I-M-E-S on most keypads) with a cell phone. All text messages should begin with the letters “LAPD.” Tipsters may also go to LAPDOnline.org, click on "webtips" and follow the prompts.
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