PHOENIX (AZFamily) — You may start to hear some loud bangs in your neighborhood because you can now legally purchase fireworks through July 6.
A new task force created by the City of Phoenix is cracking down on illegal fireworks this year. Fire crews say they pose a serious fire risk, especially during dry summer months, so city inspectors are increasing enforcement.
As of this week, they have visited more than 200 stands to see if illegal fireworks are being sold. In the past, inspections were only done after someone filed a complaint. Officials say this is key to keeping illegal fireworks off store shelves and out of neighborhoods…