Full Notification

The Gardena Police Department will be conducting strict enforcement of fireworks laws this Fourth of July season, in an attempt to educate the public of the dangers of using illegal fireworks. Our goal is to prevent injuries caused by the possession and/or mishandling of fireworks, both legal (Safe and Sane) and illegal. We are working closely with a county-wide fireworks task force in an effort to curb the amount of illegal fireworks discharged during the 4th of July season.

There are many restrictions regarding the use of Safe and Sane fireworks. These restrictions can be found on the City of Gardena website (http://www.codepublishing.com/CA/Gardena) and looking under section 8.16.020 of the Gardena Municipal Code. Illegal fireworks (not Safe and Sane) are not to be used at anytime. Illegal fireworks will be confiscated and anyone found to be in possession of these types of fireworks will be prosecuted. Our department has a "Zero Tolerance" policy regarding these fireworks.

Only Safe and Sane fireworks may be sold or possessed from June 28, 2014 beginning at 12:00 PM, until July 4th, 2014 at 10:00 PM. However, Safe and Sane fireworks may only be discharged from 12:00 noon to 10:00 PM on July 4th.

We advise all parents to familiarize themselves with the City of Gardena regulations regarding the possession and use of fireworks in order to protect themselves and their children. Use extreme caution when handling fireworks to prevent injuries to yourself or others.