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Escondido officials urge residents to report illegal fireworks ahead of Fourth of July

3787283 · June 12, 2025
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Fire Chief John Tanger and Council Member Joe Garcia warned about safety risks from illegal fireworks and asked residents to report nonpermitted use to the City of Escondido nonemergency line.

Fire Chief John Tanger and Council Member Joe Garcia used a brief council announcement to warn residents about the safety risks of illegal fireworks ahead of the Fourth of July and to urge people to report nonpermitted fireworks to the City of Escondido nonemergency line.

The officials said illegal fireworks cause injuries and start fires and encouraged celebration that avoids risk to people and animals. "Every year, our crews respond to fires and injuries that are caused by illegal fireworks. It's not worth the risk," Fire Chief John…

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