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File # 650-60
AGENDA STATEMENT
CITY COUNCIL MEETING DATE:. April 16, 2002
SUBJECT:
Report on Fireworks Committee Recommendations
Report prepared by: Police Services Staff
ATTACHMENTS:
Educational package from the Fireworks Promoter
Pictures of proposed signage placement
RECOMMENDATION: 1.
Receive StaffReport
Consider FireworkS Committee recommendations
FINANCIAL STATEMENT:
Committee recommendations result in an additional cost of $7,600.
DESCRIPTION:
In recent years the City of Dublin has experienced an increase in the use of illegal fireworks as well as Safe
and Sane fireworks in many of the City's parks, schools and private business parking lots. Many residents
from neighboring cities come into Dublin, purchase fireworks and then go to the parks and local business
parking lots to ignite the fireworks. This increase has resulted in complaints from business owners and
residents due to the noise, garbage, and the use of illegal fireworks.
During the July 4th, 2001 holiday Dublin Police Services and Alameda County Fire experienced a marked
increase in the calls for service related to the use of fireworks in the City of Dublin, specifically regarding
illegal fireworks and aerials being ignited. Dublin POlice received twenty-two (22) calls for service on July
4, 2001 between 5:00 p.m. and 1:00 a.m. The vast majority of those calls concerned the use of illegal
fireworks and associated noise-related issues. The 22 calls for service are not reflective of the total number
of individual calls for service received because the dispatch center "bundled" calls that were received from
a particular geographic area and dispatched them as a single call. The increase in calls, discarded refuse,
damaged property and safety issues, prompted the City Council to develop a Committee to address and
make recommendations regarding the use of fireworks in Dublin.
The Committee has met several times since the City Council meeting of September 18, 2001 to develop a
plan to address fireworks related activities. The Committee has representatives from the following
organizations:
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City of Dublin Staff Members:
Gary Thuman, Chief of Police
Diane Lowart, Parks & Community Services
Dean McDonald, Public Works
Marnie Waffle, Code Enforcement
Community Representatives:
Larry Fugazi, Knights of Columbus
Leslie Manning, Dublin Soccer League
Mita Hartland, Dublin Soccer League
Other Interested Parties:
Dennis Revell, Revell Communications
Linda Hass, Phantom Fireworks
Donna Jay, Police Services
Carla Kennedy, Police Services
Ed Laudani, Alameda County Fire
Jim Ferdinand, Alameda County Fire
Valerie Barnes, Dublin Women's Club
Bill Moy, Dublin Rotary Club
George Zika, Dublin Senior Center Foundation
Linda Hewell, American Promotional Events
Don Hewell, American Promotional Events.
The Committee has focused its efforts on developing recommendations to ensure all Dublin residents and
visitors can enjoy a safe July 4th celebration. In order to achieve this objective, the three following areas
have been identified and are presented for City Council consideration:
Recommendation #1: Designated Areas
In order to address citizen concerns about discarded refuse and illegal fireworks use, the Committee
recommends that designated areas be offered for public use on July 4t~. The COmmittee has recommended
specific parks where it will be legal to ignite Safe and Sane fireworks on July 4, 2002, from 10:00 a.m.
until 10:00 p.m. The three parks identified and recommended by the Committee are the Dublin Sports
Grounds, Emerald Glen Park and the Shannon Park. Notices would be provided at all fireworks booths
stating that only these three parks would be open and available to ignite Safe and Sane fireworks, and that
the laws relating to illegal fireworks would l~e strictly enforced. Proper waste disposal containers will be
provided and police officers will be assigned to all three parks.
Dublin MuniCipal Code (DMC) Section 5.100.110 (M), reads as follows: Unless expressly authorized by
the Director, no person, while in any park shall fire, possess or discharge any firecracker, torpedo or
similar fireworks (including Safe and Sane fireworks) in the City of Dublin Grounds or recreation areas.
The committee recommends that the City Manager, acting as director, authorize the designation of three
parks in the City of Dublin for the use of Safe and Sane Fireworks. Designated parks are: Shannon
Park, Emerald Glen Park, and the Dublin Sports Grounds between the hours of 10:00 a.m. and 10:00 p.m
on July 4th only.
Recommendation #2: Penalty Modification
The use of illegal fireworks has become an increasing problem throughout the City of Dublin. The
Committee agreed that the main way to reduce the use of illegal fireworks is through a "zero tolerance"
campaign. This can be accomplished through advertising, signage, and increased police enforcement of
Dublin Municipal Code Section 5.24.020, which reads as follows: No person shall possess sell, deliver deal
in, use, explode or fire, or cause to be used exploded or fired, any form of fireworks designated as
"dangerous fireworks" by Section 12505 of the California Health and Safety Code.
The proposed penalty for violation of two DMC sections (5.100.110 and 5.24.020) would need to be
amended. The existing DMC Section 5.24.150 regarding violations reads: Penalty of persons violating this
chapter shall be deemed guilty of a misdemeanor, and upon conviction shall be punished by a fine not to
exceed five hundred dollars ($500) or by imprisonment in the county jail for a period not exceeding thirty
(30) days, or both such fine and imprisonment. Proposed change: The amendment would allow the
violation to be made an infraction with a fine of $271 for the first offense. This amount would be
consistent with establishing a reasonable deterrent to the illegal use of fireworks. Persons convicted of
subsequent offenses of either Dublin Municipal Code, within a twelve (12) month peri'od, would receive a
fine of $450 fine and/or be charged with a misdemeanor through the California Health and Safety Code.
Upon conviction, such violations may be punished by a fine not to exceed five hundred dollars ($500) or by
imprisonment in the county jail for a period not exceeding thirty (30) days, or by both such fine and
imprisonment.
The proposed change of the DMC, making the violation an infraction would allow officers to respond to
the illegal fireworks calls and issue citations. In addition to the police officers assigned to the parks five
additional officers would be mobile in unmarked vehicles and bicycles to observe and respond to areas
where illegal fireworks are being used.
Fire Services will have one additional truck mobile during the evening to respond as necessary throughout
the city.
Recommendation #3: Education Campaign
A safety and educational campaign to include public service announcements educating citizens on the
dangers and safety risks of illegal fireworks, a newspaper campaign, handout literature and signage would
start June 1, 2002, with fliers distributed and videos made available to all Dublin Schools prior to the
conclusion of the school year. Revell Communications working for American Promotional Events has
agreed to continue to distribute the current safety and educational program produced by the Office of the
California State Fire Marshall to the Dublin Unified School District. In addition, they will provide $7,500
to be used for local advertising on radio and television; as well as make logistical arrangements for these
events. The Committee proposed that a joint news conference, between city ~officials, the non-profit
organizations, and fireworks promoters, be held announcing that Dublin will be enforcing' laws regarding
illegal fireworks, the parks utilized for "Safe and Sane" fireworks, and the "zero tolerance" ad campaign.
See attached copies of educational literature, Public Service Announcements and a letter from Revell
Communications.
The Committee recommended the placement of 36" x 36" signs, consistent with California Department of
Transportation road signs, at all of the 9 main roadway entrances to the City of Dublin. The signs would
clearly indicate that Dublin has a zero tolerance for illegal fireworks and individuals found in possession of
such would be cited/and or arrested, and fined up to $5,000. A copy of the proposed signage is attached.
MCE has researched the placement and found that the 36" x 36" size would work in all necessary medians,
and is not a violation of the City of Dublin sign ordinance.
If the City Council desires to implement the Committee recommendations the following resources would
be required:
Police Services:
Eight sworn staff members in addition to the regular complement of personnel, will be
utilized as follows: one officer assigned to each of the three designated parks and the five
remaining officers to remain mobile to respond to problem areas and calls for service
related to fireworks issues.
Cost:
$3,500.00
Dispatch Services:
Due to an increased volume of calls for services and officer initiated citizen contacts, an
additional channel for Dublin Police personnel staffed by a designated dispatcher will be
needed to monitor extra personnel on July 4, 2002 from 1900-0300 hours.
Cost:
$350.00
Public Works:
Three additional staff members assigned to identified parks for clean-up and costs of rental
sweeper equipment. Cost of the "Zero Tolerance" signs to be placed at the entrances to
the City of Dublin compliance with the State Department of Transportation.
Cost:
'$2,360.00
Fire Services:
One additional fire truck and three additional firefighters will remain mobile during the July
4th holiday.
Cost:
$1,950.00
Total anticipated cost, excluding educational component:
Total Cost: $7,660.00
The Committee was unable to reach consensus concerning responsibility for the additional costs associated
with implementation of these recommendations. The fireworks promoter reported that gross sales
amounted to $754,139.76 of which the non-profit organizations received 44% or $331,821. The fireworks
promoters suggested that the City sales tax revenue offset the additional costs to the City of Dublin.
RECOMMENDATION:
Staff recommends that the City Council receive the report and consider the Committee recommendations.
COMMUNICATIONS
April 5, 2002
The Honorable Janet Lockhart
Office of the Mayor
City of Dublin
100 Civic Plaza
Dublin, CA 94568
Our Client: American Promotional Events, Inc.
SUBJECT: Enhanced Public Education and Illegal Fireworks "Zero Tolerance'' Program
Dear Mayor Lockhart:
Revell Communications is the public relations/public affairs representative for American Promotional
Events, Inc. (APE), the state's leading wholesale distributor of State Fire Marshal-approved fireworks (Red
Devil, Freedom and TNT brand names). In addition, we assist American Promotional Events, Inc. with its
community liaison activities as well as with the development and implementation of both local and
statewide fireworks safety and education programs that it coordinates and/or underwrites in conjunction
with local and state fire departments.
It has been my distinct honor and pleasure over the last several months to serve on a Dublin Fireworks
Safety Task Force with representatives of the Dublin non-profit organizations who sell state-approved
fireworks, and representatives of Dublin's police, fire, public works, and parks and recreation departments.
As you can see from the enclosed summary of the "California Fireworks Safety & Education Program"
produced by The Office of the California State Fire Marshal, in 1990 our client initiated the discussions and
ultimately designed, implemented and has underwritten a statewide fireworks safety and education program
here in California for the last eleven years. Currently, in media expenditures as well as in-kind resources,
our client underwrites this program to the nme of over $750,000 every year.
This safety and education program includes a massive school program that is coordinated and delivered
through our office, between January and July of every year, to over 1,700 schools in over 250 school
districts throughout California. For a number of years, this program has enjoyed the participation and
involvement of the Dublin Unified School District. That being said, the level and sophistication of the
program that has currently been available through this school district could be improved and enhanced with
the participation of representatives of the Dublin police and fire departments.
In addition, our client has provided the underwriting for the airing of the State Fire Marshal's television
PSA's on illegal fireworks and our client's PSA on the responsible use of state-approved fireworks on the
AT&T Broadband Cable System in the City of Dublin as well as those cable systems that serve the other
227 communities here in California that permit the sale and use of state-approved fireworks each year.
Each and every year, our client has purchased between 56 to 70, :30-second spots (depending on
availability) that along with the "auto fill" provided by AT&T Media Services result in a significant airing
of these public safety messages on the cable channels of Dublin's cable system over a 7-day period leading
up to the 4th of July (spots aired on A&E, CNN, ESPN, TNT, Nickelodeon and USA cable channels).
ATTACHMENT 1
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20.0~ iL Street N.~. ~ Suite 201) , Wash[ngzon, D.C. 2C~0364~924 ~ Phcnc 2¢2/78543240 · FAX 202/$33-3843
For your review, attached please find a copy of the four brochures, poster and trading card that are
distributed as part of the school program along with two printed storyboards that show the two spots that
ran last year on Dublin's cable system.
The purpose of this letter is to convey to you both this office's commitmem and, more importantly, the
commitment of our client, American Promotional Events, to the City of Dublin, to assist it with the design,
coordination, implementation and funding of an enhanced public education program, particularly
emphasizing the City's new "Zero Tolerance" approach to illegal fireworks.
This program would entail mounting an aggressive public education campaign prior to and during the 4th of
July, emphasizing the proper, responsible use of state-approved fireworks and informing the public of
Dublin's "Zero Tolerance" enforcement program for the use and pOssession of illegal firework~s. This effort
will be accomplished via staged media events, informational flyers in utility bills, additional :30-second
PSA spots (we would produce a spot tailored to Dublin) and distribution of materials to each customer at
the fireworks booths operated by the Dublin non-profit organizations. Furthermore, we will work with City
police and fire departments to enhance the school informational campaign that already exists with Dublin
Unified School District.
In addition to our client's current expenditures and in-kind services (as discussed above), I am authorized to
represent on behalf of both our client, American Promotional Events, and the other fireworks wholesaler
who operates in the City of Dublin (Phantom Fireworks) that they are prepared to provide an additional
$7,500 in underwriting and services for this public education effort.
Both this office and our client look forward to working with you and others fxom the City of Dublin to
make sure that his 4th of July is the safest in history.
Very truly yours,
Cc:
Mr. Don Hewell
- American Promotional Events
Councilmember Claudia McCormick
- City of Dublin
Councilmember Tony Oravetz
- City of Dublin
Members of the Dublin Fireworks Safety Task Force
Ms. Cathy Castilone
- American Promotional Events
Councilmember George Zika
- City of Dublin
Councilmember Tim Sbranti
- City of Dublin
DCR:SSI
CALIFORNIA FIREWORKS
SAFETY & EDUCATION PROGRAM
Over the years, a number of individual fire departments, the Office of the State Fire Marshal
(SFM), and elements within the fireworks industry have sponsored or participated in the
production of public safety messages about illegal and/or state-approved fireworks. However,
prior to 1991 most of these efforts had not been distinguished by a great deal of cooperation and
coordination between the fireworks industry, the non-profit organizations and charities who sell
state-approved fireworks, and all the various levels of the fire protection and prevention
communities.
On November 7,1990, American West Marketing and Freedom Firewor ~ks, both now known
as American Promotional Events, Inc., appeared before the State Board of Fire Services~ and
proposed an aggressive, coordinated effort between the fire service, the fireworks industry and the
non-profit organizations. Pursuant to a unanimous resolution by the Board, the proposal was
referred to as the SFM's Public Education Advisory Committee {PEAC} to study the issue and
report back.
After.discussing the scope, direction and limits of a statewide safety and education effort with
numerous fire protection and prevention officers throughout the State, PEAC suggested that the
program be limited to the following four goals:
I. The proper and responsible use'of state-approved fireworks;
2. How to identify legal fireworks;
3. The hazards of illegal fireworks; and
4.
The use or possession of illegal fireworks is illegal and may result in a criminal citation
or arrest, including a felony.
PEAC fm'ther recommended that delivery of this program be limited to those 200 communities
that currently permit the sale and use of state-approved fireworks. At the February- 6, 1991
quarterly meeting, the Board adopted PEAC's recommendation unanimously.
1997 marks the seventh year of this highly successful, cooperative program. From its initial
public service announcements (PSA's) featuring former President Ronald Reagan; to its PSA's
featuring television personality Ron Masak; to its Illegal Fireworks Amnesty Program; to its
"Dangerous Games" video; and, most recently, its "4th of July Fireworks Safety Web Site," this
program has received wide acclaim from school districts, the media, the fire service, City Councils,
Boards of Supervisors and the Governor for the successful impact it has had on 4th of July safety.
~An advisory board to the California State Fire Marshal that meets quarterly and provides a state level forum for addressing fire protection/
p.revention issues of statewide concern. Its membership is composed of representatives of local and county government, fire service, labor and
management organizations, California Department of Forestry, Office of Emergency Services and the insurance industry.
The Office of the State Fire Marshal (SFM) was established in state government to foster, develop and promote
ways and means of protecting life and property against fire, panic and explosion. California law grants the SFM
primary, and in most instances exclusive, responsibility and jurisdiction for administering the laws governing
fireworks as well as directs the SFM to adopt and enforce regulations governing the use, sale, storage and
transportation of these fireworks in California. In 1997, the SFM will be offering the following safety and education
materials on illegal fireworks:
Printed Material
Illegal Fireworks Brochure
"Dangerous Games - THE PREVENTOR Talks to You about the Dangers of lllegal Fireworks"
This illegal fireworks brochure outlines the dangers and safety risks posed by the use of illegal fireworks. It also
provides some sound advice to parents about how they should talk to their children about illegal fireworks and the
emotional, criminal and financial consequences that they and their children might have to face if they fail to take
the time or make the effort.
The back panel of this brochure has illustrations and descriptions of the more commonly found dangerous,
illegal firework items. This portion of the brochure was designed so that it could be used by police and fire
departments as well as teachers and parents to help them identify illegal fireworks. This brochure can be used by
teachers as a classroom teaching aid when showing the award-winning, short subject video, "Dangerous Games."
In 1996, over one million brochures were distributed to students at over 1,000 schools in 220 school districts
throughout California.
Illegal Fireworks Poster
"THE PREVENTOR Says - 'Stay Away from Illegal Fireworks'"
This full-size 18"x 24" poster featuring the PREVENTOR provides a compelling warning about illegal fireworks.
Video Material
Television PSA
"Illegal Fireworks" featuring THE PREVENTOR
In an effort to more directly target children and preteen audiences with a captivating message designed to
educate them on the dangers and safety risks posed by illegal fireworks, the SFM designed a 30-second PSA which
urges kids to do their part to protect their community by not using dangerous, illegal fireworks.
Standing in front of a fully-engulfed home which was set afire by bottle rockets, THE PREVENTOR declares,
"Every year hundreds of people see their dreams go up in smoke as a result of illegal bottle rockets." Then, while
holding a handful of the dangerous, illegal items in front of his ~Darth Vadar-like" helmet, he drives home the point
that when these items shoot in the air you do not know where they will land, "Maybe on someone's roof." As he
turns and points to the fire he states, ~That's what happened here."
This 30-second PSA is distributed to 45 network-affiliated and independent television stations throughout
California. In addition, American Promotional Events, Inc. purchases additional "paid" spots on over 26 cable
systems throughout California for a 7 to 14 day period surrounding the 4th of July.
Safety and Education Video on Illegal Fireworks
"Dangerous Games"
This 7-minute, short subiect, safety video featuring THE PREVENTOR was developed and produced in
conjunction with the Greater Sacramento Area Fireworks Safety Task Force, a safety coalition composed of
representatives of local government, the fire service, non-profit organizations, the media and the state-approved
fireworks industry. In 1996, VHS copies of the video were distributed to over 1,000 schools in 220 school districts
throughout California as well as being broadcast on numerous local originations, public access and local
government cable channels in over 200 communities for a 2-week period surrounding the 4th of July.
Consistent with the request made by the fire service and PEAC, the Office of the State Fire Marshal (SFM) has
produced or assisted with the production of several printed and video items which encourage state-approved
fireworks consumers to be responsible and safe in their use and enjoyment of these products. In 1997, the SFM
will be offering the following safety and education materials on state-approved fireworks:
Printed Material
Safety Brochure
"Celebrate Safely" (Bilingual: English~Spanish)
This bilingual safety brochure featuring THE PREVENTOR is designed to promote consumer awareness and
responsible use and enjoyment of these products approved and tested by the State Fire Marshal. Distribution of
this brochure is limited to the almost 200 communities throughout California that permit the sale and use of state-
approved fireworks every 4th of July. The brochure urges that these products be used as they were intended...
safely.., as part of a healthy.., family-oriented 4th of July celebration. In 1996, over one million brochures were
distributed to students at over 1,000 schools in 220 school districts throughout California.
Trading Card
"The PREVENTOR - Put Safety First on the 4th"
This full-color, safety trading card features a.commanding picture of THE PREVENTOR on the front. It serves
as a nice pocket-size reminder of all the safety tips that should be followed when celebrating safely and responsibly
with state-approved fireworks. Safety tips, the SFM seal and other key information are printed on the back side
of the trading card. This card is available for school and community distribution.
Video Material
Television PSA
"State-Approved Fireworks" featuring 1~. Maureen Reagan
This 30-second PSA encourages proper, safe and responsible use of state-approved fireworks. American
Promotional Events purchases ~paid" spots on cable systems in "open" communities for 7 to 14 days surrounding
the 4th of July. Thousands of these spots are broadcast by over 26 cable systems throughout California reaching
over 200 cities, over 1.9 million homes with a potential of over 5 million viewers. This PSA will be broadcast on
CNN, MTV, VI-I-I, ESPN, TNT, Nickelodeon, the Discovery Channel, LISA, Headline News and Lifetime.
Safety and Education Video
"Celebrate Safely"
This short 8-minute safety video suggests some common sense precautions and safety measures parents and
their children should follow when using state-approved fireworks. In addition to its distribution to over 1,000
schools in over 200 school districts, this video is run on public access, local origination and local government
channels on over 26 cable systems throughout California for a 2 week period leading up to the 4th of July.
"California 4th of July Fireworks Safety" ... http://www, fireworks-safe~.com
In 1996, the SFM and American Promotional Events took the 4th of July Fireworks Safety
and Education Program into cyberspace with a World Wide Web site entitled, "California 4th
of July Fireworks Safety." This Web site presented a new and effective vehicle to reach out and
educate people about the dangers and safety risks posed by the use of illegal fireworks as well
as to promote consumer awarefiess and responsible use of state-approved fireworks.
By definition, Web sites are often one-sided and sanitized, extolling the purveyor's virtues
and mentioning none of its shortcomings. However, this Web site is the exception. In addition
to all of the information a visitor to the Web site would expect m this Web site is packed full
of data, statistics, laws and regulations and injury and fire statistics--on both illegal and state-
approved fireworks. Young browsers are treated to "THE PREVENTOR's 4~ of July Safety
Guide for Kids" with tons of information, video clips, and streaming audio. In 1997, all sorts
of interactive programs, contests, quizzes and games will be added. This year the Web site will
feature an improved "4th of July Safety Teacher's Guide." While this and many of the 1997
components are still under construction, the Teacher's Guide promises to be an easy-to-follow,
step-by-step curriculum complete wi/h background information, overview, teaching aids,
suggested reinforcement activities and a lesson plan.
Users can download the safety videds that the SFM is distributing in VHS cassette form.
I am a Fire Prevention Officer and would lik~ to
become involved in California's Fireworks Safety
and Education Program~
Qy, S~e & Zll'
My specific prevention/protection responsibilities for
my department are:
Please fax or mail to:
Ms. Ellie Shelton, Deputy State Fire Marshal
Office of the State Fire Marshal
7171 Bowling Drive, Suite 600
Sacramento CA 95823
Fax: (916) 262-1912
I am a school teacher/official and would like my
school/district to be involved in California's Fire-
works Safety and Education Prcgram.
I teach
My school is in session from
Please fax or mail to:
Revell Communications
1121 L Street, Suite 806
Sacramento CA 95814
Fax: (916) 443-5065
AOCOUNT: AMERICAN WEST MARKETING, INC.
AND FREEDOM FIREWORKS, INC.
TITLE: STATE-APPROVED FIREWORKS
LENGTH: ;30
AGENCY: REVELL COMMUNICATIONS
PROD. DATE: MAY 1991
AIRDATE: JUNE 2-~, 1993
STOP DATE: JULY 10, 1993
It's nice to share with our
family
the holiday traditions we love
and remember...
like fireworks on the Fourth of
July. But it's important to set a
good example by celebrating
safely and responsibly...
Please, buy only state-approved fireworks...
Always read instructions...
Keep close adult supervision...
And have a hose and bucket of water handy.
This Fourth of July, celebrate
our freedom with enthusiasm...
but please celebrate safely
with state-approved fireworks.
AO¢OUNT: CA STATE FIRE MARSHAL
TITLE: ILLEGAL FIREWORKS
LENGTH: :30
AGENCY: REVELL COMMUNICATIONS
PROD. DATE: MAY 1995
AIRDATE: JUNE 19, 1995
stop DATe JULY 7, 1995
Every year hundreds of people
see their dreams go up in
smoke as a result of illegal
bottle rockets.
When this shoots into the air,
you don't know where it'll land.
Maybe on someone's roof.
That's what happened here.
Explosives like these are
against the law too. Almost all of
the serious injuries that happen
every year oome from illegal
fireworks.
Remember: If it goes up in the
air or explodes, it's dangerous
and illegal. Please, this 4th of
July do your part to prOtect your
community, and please,
celebrate safely.
TO REPORT THE SALE OR USE OF ILLEGAL
FIREWORKS, CALL YOUR
LOCAL FIRE DEPARTHENT
PARA INFORMAR LA VEHTA 0 EL USO DE FUSOOS ARTIRCiALES ILEGALES,
COUUNI~ESE CON EL DEPARTAI~ENTO DE BOMRERO$ LOCAL.
What Should You~, Ou~~ ~¢~ '
Look Out For? Usted Buscar?
CHERRY BOMBS BOMBAS ROJAS
Approx. 7/8" in Diameter DE PETARDO
Color;
M-IOO's ~ TRONADORES
3/4. In Diameter
Color: Rolo o Tostado
ROMAN CANDLES
3/4" to 7/8" in Diameter
16" to 18" Long
Color. Varied
ESCUPIDORES
DE 5,8 y 10 TIROS
Diarnetro: 3/4" a 7/8'
Colon Variado
SILVER SALUTES ~ SALVA PLATEADA
3/4' to 1 I/4" in Diameler ~ -Diametro: 3/4" a 1 1/4"
2" to 3" Long Long~ud: 2' a 3"
Color. Silver Color: Plateado
BOTTLE ROCKETS
MOTOR: 1 I4" Diameter
I 1/2' Long
STICK; 12" Long
Color: Varied
FIRECRACKERS
1/4" in Diameter
1 1/2" Long
Color: Varied, Often Red.
Red & White or Slue 8( White
BARRAS TRONADORAS
Y CHIFLADORAS
MOTOR: Diametro: 1/4"
Long~tuQ: 1 1/2'
VARILLA: Longitud: 12"
Color: Variado
CARRILLERA DE
PETARDOS
Diametro: 1/4
Long~tud: 1 1/2"
Color; variado
Generalmente Rolo,
Rolo y Blanco o
Azul y Blanco
AERIAL SHELLS
AND MORTARS
SHELL SIZES: typically 1 1/2"
to 2" in Diameter
it st3ouid be noted that shells
may be much larger than these
"Class C' ltems
Color: Often Red or Tan
Construction: Paper or Plastic
M-80'S
5/8" in Diameter
I 1/2" Long
Color: Usually Red.
Yellow or Tan
HELICOPTERS
1' tc 11/2" in Diameter
2' to 5' Long
Color: Varied
Construction: Paper or
Plastic
BALAS Y MORTEROS
Tomato de as halos:
Debe hacerse rioter cue
ba~as cueaen sar mucho
mas ~ranoes quo esto$
Color: Genera men,e
Roias o Tostadas
Material: Papal o Plastico
TRONADORES
M-80
Diametro: 5/8'
Longltud: 1 1/2
Color: Generalmonte Rolo,
Amarillo o Tostado
HELICOPTEROS
Diametro: 1" a 1 1/2"
Material: Papal o
Plasttco
Los ama~o$ y colores sen t[pmos,
TALKS TO YOU ABOUT THE
DANGERS OF ILLEGAL FIREWORKS
Every year hundreds of people
see their dreams go up in smoke
as a result of illegal bottle rockets.
When a bottle ~
rocket shoots ~
into the air, you
don't know where it'll land -
maybe on someone's roof. That's
what happened here.
Explosives like these are against
the law too. Almost all of the seri-
ous injuries that occur every year
come from illegal fireworks.
,EHEHBE": IF IT GOES UP IN
THE AIR, DARTS ACROSS THE
GROUND OR EXPLODES, IT'S
DANGEROUS AND ILLEGAL,
VISIT OUR WEBSITE AT
·..WOULDN'T
IT BE COOL
TO GET
FIREWORKS
THAT'LL
GO'UP LIKE
THAT?
I DIDN'T THROW
IT ON THE ROOF,
I.DIDN'T!
ALL OF A
SUDDEN,
THE WIND...
IF I EVER
SEE A
BOTTLE
ROCKET,
AA-80 OR
FIRECRACKER
AGAIN,
GOING
NEAR-:
THE;Vt!
IF A
BOTTLE
ROCKET
LANDS ON.
k ROOF,
IT CAN
START A
FIRE.
OSE!
.... WE FOUND IT ON THE GROUND. IT WILL EXPLODE IF WE LIGHT IT!
CONNIE IS
RUNNING
WITH' AN N%-80
ABOL!T TO
EXPLODE.
THE PREVENTOR ARRWES ~ST IN TINtE TO PUT THE ~-80 IN A BUCKET OF WATER
THAT'S AN At-80. PEOPLE
SONkETIAAES CALL THEAA
FIREWORKS. BUT THEY'RE
NOT - THEY'RE DANGEROUS
AND ILLEGAL EXPLOSIVES.
· Every year uangerous and illegal items such as ~er~y
bombs, M-8O's anc firecrackers cause numerous mlurles
to both adults and children. Illegal bonle rockets cause
thousands of dollam in property carnage.
· Parents may be held liable for any damages or injuries
causeo oy their children's uae of illegal fireworks.
· Possession and/or use of iilegal fireworks is a misde-
meanor punishable by a fine of not less than $500 nor
more man $1 ,{300 or by imprisonment in the counb/jail
for up to one year or both
· Possesion ut illegal fireworks that celleclively.contain
in excess of 7.500 grains of Powder [approximately 1
pound) is a felony punishable by imorisonment in (1) a
state orison; or f2) a county jail for un to one year:
and/or a fine not to exceed $5,000.
THE PREVENTOR has prssamd a list of four suggested
guidelines for commu~icailng with your chiidmn about
lldgal fireworks.
SatAn Example
The most imuertant thing parents can do for their
children is to set a good examnte.
If tou use ,legal fireworks, don't be surudsed when your
children mimic your behavier.
Be Factual
It is important to address Ihs issue of illegal fireworks at
a young age. If your child asks e question about illegal
fireworks, be pmeamd to respond simpty and fastually
and to lay the groundwork for a dialegue later on.
Remember illegal lireworks are a year-round ombtam
not just one that sscum around the Fourth of July.
When discussing illegal fireworks with children, it is
always best to stress the immediate censsquencas and
dangers to them and the people around them. Use this
guide to hel[~ them idenli~y illngst timworks and how to
report their use to your local fire or aslice deoartment.
Outside Peer Pressure
To children, peer srossure is more important than any
other influence outside the family. It has a major effect
on their use el alcohol, drugs or engegmg in other
dangerous activities such as the use of illegal fireworks.
Parents can enccurege children to think for themselves...
to be self-reliant and indasendent..to recognize the
times when they should do what their friends do and rrm
times when they sbouid stand alase and do what they
think is dght~
Seek Professional AdWua If You Need lt
If your child is engaging in activities that you am
oppose~ lo and can't seem lo contrcl, the best thing to
do is seek professional advice immediataly.
Your local fire dssarimonf, pclice department or bum
center i.~ an excellent source of help. Many com~unitiss
have pValic fireworks safety committees which have
established fecal commumty satan/and education
~rograms lcr children and their parents,
THIS BROCHURE IS A
PUBLIC SAFETY MESSAGE
FROM THE CALIFORNIA
DEPAR1MENT OF
FORESTRY AND FIRE
PROTECTION, OFFICE OF
THE STATE FIRE
MARSHAL
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With
EN FORMA
Con Fuegos
reminds all of you to celebrate~ ~ safely & responsibly on the 4th of july.
Observe local laws. Use good common ~[~.'a~ ~.~r,~,,~ ~,
sense and always read and follow ' ~ ~ ~ - Never point or throw
the dire~ions on each ~ ~ ~- fireworks at another
~ 'firework. ~~~ person.
~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ Nunca apunte o
~~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ arroje los fuegos
~ ~ ~ ~ ~~ a~ificiales a otra
- ~ persona
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~ ~ ~ ~ea y siga las a~ificiales aprobados por el
~1 ~ ~ ~ t ~ ~ ,nstrucc,ones "State Fire Marshal", jefe
f ego uemo de bombe o,
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', ." present.
~~ Es necesaria
un adulto.
.~. ~ -~'~ Only use fireworks outdoors,
away
/~ from homes, dry grass or trees.
,~~ Use los fuegos artificiales
~~'all~l[~ / al aire libre, albjese de las casas, del
Put used
fireworks
in a bucket
of water
and have te g
a hose ready.
Col6que
los fuegos
artificiales
usados dentro
de una cubeta
con agua y n
una manguera.
Light only one item
at a time and keep
a safe distance.
artificial por vez y
mant~ngase a distancia segura.
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