ROCKLIN, Calif. — Here's what's happening in Rocklin for the 4th of July, though the celebration starts before the actual holiday.
Celebrate America
Destiny Christian Church in Rocklin is hosting a Celebrate America event Friday, June 28 and Saturday, June 29 at Twin Oaks Park in Rocklin.
It's a community event with a military fly-over, food, live music and a fireworks presentation. Admission is free. Gates open at 6 p.m. and the show starts at 8 p.m. on both days.
Placer County Firework Regulations
All fireworks are illegal in unincorporated Placer County, including the Lake Tahoe Basin. There are professionally organized fireworks shows in various cities in Placer County.
This applies to:
- Rural areas not located within the boundaries of Roseville, Rocklin and Lincoln.
- The town of Loomis and the city of Auburn.
- Unincorporated communities such as Penryn, Newcastle, North Auburn, Granite Bay, Meadow Vista, Foresthill, Tahoe City and Kings Beach.
Anyone caught violating the fireworks ban could be charged with a misdemeanor and face a fine of up to $2,000 per violation. People in Roseville, Rocklin and Lincoln can check with local rules.
Fourth of July fireworks safety
If you choose to celebrate Independence Day at home and bypass the parades and public events, you should read up on any ordinances in your city or county before buying any fireworks. Fireworks are illegal in certain areas of the state due to serious injuries and millions in property loss from fireworks-sparked wildfires.
According to the Office of the State Fire Marshal, an average of 18,000 fires are started every year by fireworks, both illegal ones and “safe and sane” fireworks” used improperly.
To celebrate the Fourth of July safely, the Office of the State Fire Marshal says you should only use fireworks outdoors, and never near dry grass or other flammable materials. It’s also recommended to keep a bucket of water and a hose nearby when using fireworks.
Regardless of where you go in California, using fireworks that explode, leave the ground or move about the ground uncontrollably is illegal. These fireworks include skyrockets, bottle rockets and Roman candles. Anyone caught with illegal fireworks could face fines or even arrest.
All legal fireworks include the “Safe and Sane” logo from the California State Fire Marshal on them. If you are not sure if your fireworks are legal, you can contact your nearest Cal Fire facility or local fire station.
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