High fire danger and drought conditions forced cities across the state, including the Denver metro, to make tough decisions about whether to cancel or keep their Fourth of July fireworks displays.
Broomfield, Thornton, and Aurora were among the cities that pressed ahead, but not without more safety precautions.
North Metro Fire Rescue Division Chief of Fire Prevention Steve Gosselin said the decision to hold or cancel a show is not made lightly, and includes collaboration with fire officials, pyrotechnicians, and city leaders…