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Resident urges tougher fireworks enforcement as county warns how to report illegal use
Summary
A Grant County resident warned that aerial fireworks are increasing wildfire risk and urged heavier fines and enforcement; a county law-enforcement speaker told the public to report illegal fireworks to central dispatch at (575) 388-8840 and said deputies and fire departments coordinate enforcement.
At the April 24 Board of Commissioners meeting a Silver City-area resident urged the county to strengthen enforcement of illegal aerial fireworks ahead of the summer season, citing drought and past wildfire damage.
"I personally think there should be a hefty fine on it ... I would even be in favor of a thousand dollars for a fine on it," resident Jane Tucker told commissioners during…
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