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Posted on: July 1, 2025

[ARCHIVED] Safe & Sane Fireworks Now on Sale in Watsonville

An empty safe and sane booth in the City of Watsonville

Starting today (July 1), Safe & Sane Fireworks are available for purchase from authorized vendors in the City of Watsonville. These are the only types of fireworks allowed to be ignited in our City from July 1 through midnight on July 5.  

If you plan to use Safe & Sane fireworks this Independence Day, please follow these safety tips:  

  • Always read directions 
  • Have an adult present 
  • Only use fireworks outdoors 
  • Never use fireworks near dry grass or other flammable materials 
  • Light one firework at a time 
  • Keep a bucket of water and a hose nearby 
  • Sweep up all debris afterward to prevent trash from entering our storm drains 

Fireworks that do not have the State Fire Marshal’s seal of approval are illegal. To report the use of illegal fireworks, use the Watsonville Police mobile app or call 831-471-1151. 

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A partir de hoy (1 de julio), los fuegos artificiales “Safe & Sane” están disponibles para su compra con vendedores autorizados en la Ciudad de Watsonville. Este es el único tipo de fuegos artificiales que se permite encender en nuestra Ciudad desde el 1 de julio hasta la medianoche del 5 de julio. 

Si planea usar fuegos artificiales Safe & Sane este Día de la Independencia, siga estos consejos de seguridad: 

  • Lea siempre las instrucciones
  • Asegúrese de que haya un adulto presente
  • Úselos sólo al aire libre
  • Nunca los use cerca de pasto seco u otros materiales inflamables
  • Encienda un fuego artificial a la vez
  • Tenga un balde de agua y una manguera cerca
  • Limpie bien el área después de usarlos para evitar que la basura llegue a las alcantarillas pluviales

Los fuegos artificiales que no tengan el sello de aprobación del Jefe Estatal de Bomberos son ilegales. Para reportar el uso de fuegos artificiales ilegales, utilice la aplicación móvil del Departamento de Policía de Watsonville o llame al 831-471-1151. 

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