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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