The annual campaign to crack down on the suppliers, distributors and purchasers of illegal fireworks ahead of the Fourth of July holiday has kicked off in Riverside County.
Active pursuit for individuals who ignite pyrotechnics without a permit will start between now and the weekend of Fourth of July by the Riverside County Fire Department, Sheriff’s Department and the Department of Code Enforcement personnel with partnership from law enforcement officers from multiple municipal agencies.
“We need your help to get the word out that transporting and setting illegal explosives is not only a serious cost to your pocket, but a grave risk to public safety,” said County Fire Chief Bill Weiser…