Los Angeles City Attorney Mike Feuer has warned residents about setting off illegal fireworks for personal use as preparations for Independence Day are underway. Amid concerns of increased risk of a fire hazard because of the ongoing drought, Feuer encouraged Angelenos to enjoy fireworks only at ”professional and permitted shows.”
Feuer said that last year, 9,100 people were injured by fireworks that caused damage to their eyes, feet, or fingers. Historically, more pets go missing on July 4 than any other day in the year, he said.
