The Brief
- Dallas police are implementing a new safety strategy this Fourth of July weekend to increase security, curb illegal celebratory gunfire, and prevent severe traffic gridlock.
- The response comes after widespread issues during New Year’s Eve, when motorists parked on active highways to watch fireworks, completely snarling traffic and blocking emergency vehicles.
- Starting at 9 p.m. on both Friday and Saturday, authorities will enforce strict, full road closures around major holiday event hubs to keep drivers off interstates and service roads.
DALLAS – This Fourth of July weekend, the Dallas Police Department will try a new strategy to increase safety and stop traffic gridlock across the city.
The need for change was clear after drivers parked directly on the highway to watch fireworks for New Year’s Eve, snarling traffic and preventing emergency vehicles from moving around.
Illegal Fireworks and Random Gunfire Concerns
What we know:
Dallas police will put more officers in some neighborhoods where there are safety concerns, rolling out a plan to crack down on celebratory gunfire. The clear message from officials is, “Don’t do it.”…