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Fireworks caused a fire in Garden Grove and the police issued 77 citations during the 4th of July

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The Garden Grove Police Department announced the results of their 2021 illegal firework enforcement efforts.

  • 77 citations ($1000 fine each) for illegal fireworks
  • Of the 77 citations, 64 were officer self-initiated & 9 were dispatched enforcement
  • 167 fireworks calls for service (#July4th)
  • 245 total fireworks calls for service from July 1-July 5
  • No enforcement issues at sanctioned block parties

These stats do not reflect officers being rerouted to a few large incidents, one of which included a fire on Norma St.

OC Animal Care urges pet owners to keep animals safe during the 4th of July

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TUSTIN, Calif. (July 2, 2021) – The Fourth of July weekend is traditionally the highest intake time for animal shelters across the country. In preparation for the upcoming holiday, OC Animal Care presents residents with the following tips to ensure a safe and happy celebration for pets and their owners.

Provide a Safe Space for Your Pet Indoors

Fireworks are loud and sometimes frightening for pets which can lead to panic and possible fleeing. To ensure pets are comfortable at home, pet owners can create a safe space by:

• Keeping doors, windows, and curtains closed
• Designating a quiet room or crate for their pet
• Placing a sign on the door to prevent people from entering the pet’s room
• Playing calm music or “white noise” such as the television in the background to distract their pet from loud noises
• Giving their pet their favorite chew toy to keep them busy, such as a Kong stuffed with treats

Ensure Pet Identification Is Up to Date

Securing your pet with their collar and ID tag attached can make a difference if your animal escapes. Verify your pet’s name, phone number, and any important information such as medical conditions to ensure they are updated and current. Microchip your pet as an additional security measure in case your pet loses its collar and ID tag.

Tips if You Lose or Find a Pet

If you find a lost pet or your own goes missing, the following are actions you can take:

• Contact OC Animal Care at (714) 935-6848 to make a lost or found pet report
• Ask neighbors if they recognize the found pet or ask if they have seen your missing pet
• Post lost/found flyers in your neighborhood or on local lost/found pages on Facebook, Nextdoor, Pawboost, and other social platforms
• Contact your local vet office to see if your missing pet was brought in or take a found pet to a local vet office for a microchip scan

For more tips and resources to share online, visit ocpetinfo.com.

OC Animal Care is the largest municipal animal shelter in Orange County, taking in over 18,000 animals each year. It services 14 cities and all of the County’s unincorporated areas. OC Animal Care is guided by its strategic plan establishing progressive programs and policies to help the agency achieve its vision of a safe and compassionate community for all. For more information about OC Animal Care, please visit www.ocpetinfo.com and follow @ocanimalcare on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram.

Only safe and sane fireworks are allowed in Santa Ana

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As 4th of July approaches, we would like to remind our community that only fireworks bearing the “Safe and Sane” seal are permitted to be used within the City limits, during the following days and hours only:

• July 1st – 12:00pm (noon) to 10:00pm
• July 2nd – 10:00am to 10:00pm
• July 3rd – 10:00am to 10:00pm
• July 4th – 10:00am to 9:00pm

The use of illegal fireworks may contribute to serious injuries and fires in our community. The Santa Ana Police Department wants to remind the community that “Possession and/or Use of Illegal Fireworks” is a CRIME. Violators may be subject to $1000 fines and up to one year in jail.

Community members can anonymously report the use of illegal fireworks at (714) 245-8771 or via email reportfireworks@santa-ana.org.

A medida que se acerca el 4 de julio, La Ciudad de Santa Ana les recuerda que sólo los fuegos artificiales que llevan el sello “Seguro y Sano” (“Safe and Sane”) están autorizados para uso dentro de los límites de la ciudad y solo durante los siguientes días y horas:

• 1 de julio – 12:00pm (mediodía) a 10:00pm
• 2 de julio – 10:00am a 10:00pm
• 3 de julio – 10:00am a 10:00pm
• 4 de julio – 10:00am a 9:00pm

El uso de fuegos artificiales ilegales puede contribuir a lesiones graves e incendios en nuestra comunidad. El Departamento de Policía de Santa Ana quiere recordarle a la comunidad que “posesión y / o uso de fuegos artificiales ilegales” es un DELITO. Los infractores pueden estar sujetos a multas de $ 1000 y hasta un año de cárcel.

Miembros de la comunidad pueden reportar el uso de fuegos artificiales ilegales anónimamente al (714) 245-8771 o por correo electrónico reportfireworks@santa-ana.org.

Santa Ana City Hall will be closed and no Street Sweeping on Monday, July 5

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In observance of Independence Day, Santa Ana City Hall will be closed and there will be no street sweeping on Monday, July 5th.

Remember, only fireworks labeled “Safe and Sane” are legal within the Santa Ana city limits, during the following days and hours:

• Thursday, July 1 – 12 p.m. (noon) to 10 p.m.
• Friday, July 2 – 10 a.m. to 10 p.m.
• Saturday, July 3 – 10 a.m. to 10 p.m.
• Sunday, July 4 – 10 a.m. to 9 p.m.

Possession and/or use of illegal fireworks is a crime. Violators may be subject to $1,000 fines and up to one year in jail.

Community members can anonymously report the use of illegal fireworks at (714) 245-8771 or by email at reportfireworks@santa-ana.org. Learn more at https://www.santa-ana.org/pd/anti-illegal-fireworks-outreach.

We hope everyone has a safe, happy, and fun 4th of July!

El Ayuntamiento está cerrado, no hay barrido de calles el 5 de julio

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So. California air quality affected by 4th of July fireworks

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Valid Sunday July 05, 2020

This advisory is in effect through Sunday Afternoon. South Coast AQMD will issue an update if additional information becomes available.

Air quality is currently poor in portions of the South Coast Air Basin due to Independence Day firework celebrations. As of noon on Sunday afternoon, Air Quality Index (AQI) levels are Unhealthy in portions of Los Angeles and San Bernardino counties due to elevated fine particulate matter concentrations. Residents are encouraged to visit www.aqmd.gov/aqimap or download the South Coast AQMD mobile app at www.aqmd.gov/mobileapp to monitor conditions in real-time.

During the overnight and early morning hours, AQI levels reached the Hazardous category in portions of Los Angeles and Orange counties. Fine particulate matter concentrations are expected to decrease throughout the day on Sunday with increased atmospheric mixing. As a result, AQI levels are expected to decrease to Moderate levels in coastal locations and Downtown Los Angeles. In inland locations such as the San Fernando Valley, the San Gabriel Valley, and the Inland Empire, afternoon ozone will likely result in AQI levels in the Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups or Unhealthy categories. See www.aqmd.gov/forecast for details.

Fine particulate matter levels on July 4th and July 5th are typically among the worst (highest) days of the year in the South Coast Air Basin. Fireworks are known to emit high levels of particulate matter (PM2.5 and PM10) as well as metal air pollutants, all of which can contribute to negative health effects. The smoke and combustion products from fireworks add to the fine particles already present in the Basin that are primarily caused by motor vehicles, as well as fugitive dust and industrial emissions. Breathing of fine particulate matter can lead to a wide variety of cardiovascular and respiratory health effects such as heart attacks, asthma aggravation, decreased lung function, coughing, or difficulty breathing and may lead to premature death in people with heart or lung disease.

Areas of direct impacts and poor air quality may include portions of:

  • Los Angeles County: Central Los Angeles (Area 1),
  • Northwest Coastal LA County (Area 2),
  • Southwest Coastal LA County (Area 3),
  • South Coastal LA (Area 4), Southeast LA County (Area 5),
  • West San Fernando Valley (Area 6), East San Fernando Valley (Area 7),
  • West San Gabriel Valley (Area 8),
  • East San Gabriel Valley (Area 9),
  • Pomona-Walnut Valley (Area 10),
  • South San Gabriel Valley (Area 11),
  • South Central Los Angeles County (Area 12),
  • Santa Clarita Valley (Area 13),
  • San Gabriel Mountains (Area 15)
  • Orange County: Northern Orange County (Area 16)
  • Riverside County: Corona-Norco (Area 22),
  • Metropolitan Riverside County (Area 23)
  • San Bernardino County: Northwest San Bernardino Valley (Area 32),
  • Southwest San Bernardino Valley (Area 33),
  • Central San Bernardino Valley (Area 34),
  • East San Bernardino Valley (Area 35)

The Santa Ana Water Tower has been illuminated in patriotic colors

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The iconic City of Santa Ana Water Tower has been illuminated in red, white and blue lights to celebrate America’s 244th birthday this Fourth of July.

This beautiful photo of the 1928 Water Tower, which is visible from the Santa Ana (5) Freeway, provides a close-up view without having to leave the safety of your home.

During these difficult times and unusual circumstances in which to celebrate the holiday, the City of Santa Ana would like to thank the public for your strength and efforts to help us keep the community safe. Please wear masks when in public, maintain social distancing and don’t use illegal fireworks.

The Santa Ana City Council and City Manager Kristine Ridge also shared a Fourth of July video message with the community. To watch it, please go to www.youtube.com/cityofsantaanavideos/.

La Torre de Agua de Santa Ana Se Ilumina de Colores Patrióticos

La Torre de Agua de la Ciudad de Santa Ana se ha iluminado con luces rojas, blancas y azules para celebrar el cumpleaños número 244 de Estados Unidos este 4 de julio.

Esta foto hermosa de la Torre de Agua de 1928, que es visible desde la autopista de Santa Ana (5), ofrece una vista de primer plano sin necesidad de dejar la seguridad de su casa.

Durante estos tiempos difíciles y circunstancias inusuales en que celebrar la festividad, la Ciudad de Santa Ana quisiera agradecer al público por su fortaleza y esfuerzos para ayudarnos a mantener segura a la comunidad. Por favor, use mascarillas cuando esté en público, mantenga el distanciamiento social y no use fuegos artificiales ilegales.

El Concejo Municipal de Santa Ana y la gerente municipal Kristine Ridge también compartieron un mensaje de video del 4 de julio con la comunidad. Para verlo, visite www.youtube.com/cityofsantaanavideos/. Se puede escoger subtítulos en español.

Where you can buy safe and sane fireworks in Santa Ana this week

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Every year my family goes to the Northeast Santa Ana Little League Fireworks stand and we end up spending over $100 on safe and sane fireworks, on the 4th of July. My kids are pretty grown up now but we keep doing this because they like the fireworks and we like helping NESALL.

I personally don’t care for the illegal fireworks that dominate our skyline every 4th of July. They are not safe. They scare pets and they also frighten some of our military veterans, who are struggling with PTSD.

If you would like to support our local non-profits who are selling safe and sane fireworks here is a handy list of where their booths are located in Santa Ana:

  • Alano Club Santa Ana 1710 S. Main St.
  • Balderas International 1148 S. Bristol
  • Bethel Baptist Church 770 S. Harbor
  • California Youth Soccer League 1131 Grand Ave.
  • Calvary Chapel HS Football 3800 S. Fairview
  • Calvary Chapel HS Softball 2860 S. Bristol
  • Calvary Temple Royal Rangers 2235 Tustin Ave.
  • Calvary Temple Young Married 2009 W. First St.
  • Centurion Cheer Booster (Century Pep) 1230 E. McFadden Ave
  • Century High School Soccer Boosters 140 S. Grand
  • Century HS Baseball 2727 N. Grand Ave.
  • Chavas Angels at Heart Foundation 501 S. Halladay St.
  • Church of the Bible 4601 W. McFadden Ave.
  • Church Of The Nazarene-SA 400 N. Grand Ave.
  • City Sound and Drums Corps. 1425 E. Edinger Ave.
  • District 30 Little League 2343 Tustin Ave.
  • First Samoan Congregation Christian Church 3600 W. McFadden
  • Foothill High School Super Boosters Club 1640 E. First St.
  • Godinez Fundamental HS Band 811 N. Fairview
  • H.A.B.B.M. 3700 W. McFadden Ave.
  • Hockey Moms Are The Heart 2421 N. Grand
  • Jaguar Diamond Booster Club 3301 S. Bristol
  • Jobstead Foundation Inc. 3301 S. Harbor Blvd.
  • John Muir – OC Eagles 2151 E. Santa Clara Ave.
  • John Muir Fundamental School- OC Eagle Boosters #2 2278 E. Seventeenth St.
  • John Muir Fundamental School PFO 1951 Mabury St.
  • Kellogg’s American Kenpo Karate 413 N. Euclid
  • Knights of Columbus #14430 San Jose Council 2429 W. McFadden
  • Los Angeles Youth Arts 2800 N. Main St.
  • M.A.G.I.C Inc. Academy of the Arts 1605 W. First St.
  • Masterpiece Foundation (OC Workshop) 818 W. Seventeenth St.
  • OC Eagle Boosters 2300 N. Tustin
  • OC Educational Arts 1701 N. Main St.
  • OC Volleyball 5210 W. First St.
  • OC Worship Center 1601 N. Tustin
  • OCCHC/Stepping Up 1601 W. Seventeenth St.
  • Pho Da Temple 511 N. Harbor Blvd.
  • Phoenix House 3610 S. Bristol St.
  • Primera Iglesia Cristiana Manantiales de Vida 5015 W. Edinger Ave.
  • Raya Foundation 2130 S. Raitt
  • Roadrunner Band Boosters 2802 S. Flower
  • Rock of Salvation Philanthropic 2311 S. Bristol St.
  • Rock of Salvation Youth Ministries 2140 S. Bristol St.
  • Run The Race Ministries 3811 S. Bristol St.
  • SAHS Football Booster, Inc. 420 W. Seventeenth St.
  • Saints Cheerleading Booster Club 520 W. Walnut
  • Saints Soccer (Santa Ana HS Girls Soccer) 315 E. First St.
  • Santa Ana Development Soccer Programs 1425 W. Warner Ave.
  • Santa Ana Edinger St. Hispanic Church of the Nazarene 1220 N. Bristol
  • Santa Ana H.S. Drumline 2603 Westminster Ave.
  • Santa Ana HS Band Boosters 2000 E. Seventeenth St.
  • Santa Ana HS Cross Country 100 S. Main St.
  • Santa Ana HS Tennis-Boys 1111 S. Broadway
  • Santa Ana HS Tennis-Girls 2240 S. Main St.
  • Santa Ana Memorial Park Little League 902 W. Edinger Ave.
  • Santa Ana Northeast Little League 2021 N. Grand Ave.
  • Santa Ana Pony Baseball 1118 S. Bristol St.
  • Santa Ana United Methodist Church 1720 E. Seventeenth St.
  • Santa Ana Xtreme Softball 2745 E. McFadden Ave.
  • Santiago Little League 2000 N. Bristol St.
  • Second Baptist Church of Santa Ana 230 N. Harbor Blvd.
  • Seven One Four Athletics 2703 N. Bristol St.
  • Te-Kenjutsu-Kan Karate-Do 3001 S. Bristol St.
  • Trinity Lutheran Church & School 901 S. Birch St.
  • United Soccer Talent-U10 2630 W. Edinger Ave.
  • Valley HS Soccer 1801 S. Greenville
  • Valley HS Wrestling 1442 S. Bristol St.
  • Victory Outreach (Spanish) 216 E. Warner
  • Victory Outreach Special Services 1302 N. Grand Ave.

And you can download a nifty coupon from TNT Fireworks here.

Remember the SAPD will ticket you if they catch you using illegal fireworks and the fine is not small!

Santa Ana will be hosting a free Fourth of July fireworks show again this year

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SANTA ANA, CA – The City of Santa Ana’s 9th Annual Fourth of July Celebration will be taking place on Thursday, July 4, 2019 from 5:00 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. at Centennial Regional Park. This free community event will include live music, kid’s activities, food trucks, exhibitors, and a spectacular fireworks finale.

This year, live music will be provided by the Chico Band. Having entertained audiences for the past thirty -five years, this five member group attributes their success to their unique harmonies and diverse song list. Playing a wide range of hits from big band, salsa, and swing, to merengue, cumbias, and rock, Chico Band is sure to have everyone on their feet!

Centennial Park is located at 3000 West Edinger Avenue in Santa Ana. Onsite event parking is available. Guests are encouraged to arrive early and bring a lawn chair and blanket. Food will be avai lable for purchase. A spectacular fireworks finale beginning at 9:00 p.m. will conclude the festivities.

For more information on the Fourth of July Celebration, visit www.santa-ana.org/events/4th-july or call the Special Events Office at (714) 571-4227.

9ª Celebración Anual del Cuatro de Julio en Santa Ana

SANTA ANA, CA – La Celebración del Cuatro de Julio se llevara a cabo por 9ª ocasión en la Ciudad de Santa Ana el jueves, 4 de Julio del 2019 de 5:00 p.m. a 9:30 p.m. en el Parque Centennial. Este evento anual celebrara el Día de la Independencia de los Estados Unidos con un programa patriótico, música en vivo, zona juvenil, sabrosa comida, expositores, y un espectacular show de fuegos artificiales.

Este año, la música en vivo estará a cargo de la Banda Chico. Durante los últimos treinta y cinco años que ha deleitado a audiencias, esta agrupación de cinco miembros atribuye su éxito a sus armonía s únicas y diversa lista de canciones. Tocando una amplia gama de éxitos de big band, salsa y swing, merengue, cumbias y rock, el grupo Chico es seguro de poner a todos de pie!

Para finalizar las festividades, un espectacular show de fuegos artificiales tendrá lugar a las 9:00 p.m. Se le recomienda al público llegar temprano, traer una silla, manta, canasta de picnic y disfrutar de las actividades y entretenimiento patriótico antes que comiencen los fuegos artificiales.

El Parque Centennial está ubicado en el 3000 West Edinger Avenue en Santa Ana. Para obtener más información sobre la celebración del Cuatro de Julio, visite www.santa-ana.org/events/4th-july o llame a la Oficina de Eventos Comunitarios al (714) 571-4227.

Thugs attacked SAPD police officers with bottle rockets during the latest 4th of July Purge

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SAPD police officers responding to a report of a teen boy who had been injured by fireworks on the 4th of July were attacked by a group of thugs with bottle rockets late Wednesday night in Santa Ana, according to CBS News.

SAPD police officers responded to the scene which was an apartment building at the 700 block of South Lyon Street at about 11 p.m. when they were called to assist OCFA firefighters on a call regarding a 17-year-old boy who had been hurt when an explosive device blew up in his hand, according to the SAPD. Continue reading→

Where you can buy safe and sane fireworks in Santa Ana this year

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Santa Ana is one of a very few cities in Orange County where safe and sane fireworks are permitted on the 4th of July, which is coming up this week on Wednesday. Fireworks are on sale now! The City of Santa Ana has provided us with a list of the non-profit organizations that are selling fireworks this year in Santa Ana and their fireworks booth locations: Continue reading→

Will the SAPD finally crack down on illegal fireworks this year?

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In the last two weeks, the Costa Mesa Police Department has seized 1,300 pounds of illegal fireworks. The City of Costa Mesa is a zero-tolerance city. Selling illegal fireworks is a felony, and possession/use of illegal fireworks is a misdemeanor punishable by up to $1000 fine and/or jail time.

Selling illegal fireworks in Santa Ana also can result in a minimum fine of $1,000 and even up to one year in jail. However will the SAPD actually get serious about illegal fireworks this year?  Continue reading→

Enjoy a free fireworks show at Santa Ana’s 8th Annual 4th of July Celebration

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Community: Santa Ana’s 8th Annual 4th of July Celebration – La 8ª Celebración Anual del 4 de Julio en Santa Ana

SANTA ANA, CA – The City of Santa Ana’s 8th Annual Fourth of July Celebration will be taking place on Wednesday, July 4, 2018 from 4:00 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. at Centennial Park. This annual event celebrates Independence Day with a festive patriotic program, live music, tasty food, a History Walk, youth sports zone, kids play zone, face painting, children’s opportunity drawing and a spectacular fireworks finale.
Hosted by a grassroots community committee, the History Walk is an educational, interactive display inviting guests to take a walk through America’s rich history. Guests will have the opportunity to visit with Abraham Lincoln, George Washington, Benjamin Franklin and many other historical figures as they stop at each character’s’ booth to hear about their important role in our nation’s beginnings. Continue reading→

Does lighting fireworks on the 4th of July make you a patriot?

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When I grew up in the 70’s safe and sane fireworks were legal just about everywhere. Today they are only legal in a few cities here in Orange County, including Santa Ana, Garden Grove, Anaheim and Huntington Beach. If you have lived in Santa Ana for at least a year then you know that the 4th of July is insane here in town – with a plethora of illegal mortars and bottle rockets.

I would like to believe that the folks who fire off illegal fireworks in my city are patriots but I don’t think so. I think they are anarchists. They clearly don’t have much regard for the law. And that is not what the 4th of July is all about. Continue reading→

Free fireworks show and patriotic program set for July 4 at Centennial Park

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Community: Take a Walk through America’s History at the Annual Fourth of July Celebration / Celebración Anual del Cuatro de Julio

The City of Santa Ana’s 7th Annual Fourth of July Celebration will be taking place on Tuesday, July 4, 2017 from 4:00 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. at Centennial Park. This annual event celebrates Independence Day with a festive patriotic program, tasty food, a History Walk, youth sports zone, kids play zone, face painting, children’s opportunity drawing and a spectacular fireworks finale. The scheduled program will include live entertainment, recognition of our Armed Forces, and a field artillery demonstration of civil war cannons. Continue reading→