Fireworks Are Illegal In Pleasanton, Firefighters Warn

PLEASANTON, CA — With the Fourth of July holiday days ahead, firefighters are warning Pleasanton that all fireworks — even safe and sane fireworks — are illegal in the city.

Many people are unaware that it's illegal to possess, transport or use fireworks in Pleasanton, according to a statement from the Livermore-Pleasanton Fire Department.

Dublin is the only Tri-Valley city where fireworks can be purchased and used on July 4, and the city sets limits on where those fireworks can be lit.

Many area cities restrict fireworks use due to concerns about wildfire and safety. Fireworks have also been known to trigger PTSD, and spook pets and cause them to runaway.

Some 19,500 fires were sparked by fireworks in 2020, according to the fire department, which cited statistics from the National Fire Protection Agency. Some 10,000 people were treated last year for fireworks-related injuries.

“Unfortunately, misuse and abuse of fireworks result in unnecessary fires and injuries," said Livermore-Pleasanton Fire Department Deputy Chief Aaron Lacey. "Our goal is to inform the community that use of these products is illegal and pose a large threat to public health and safety."

Fireworks can be surrendered for safe disposal at any fire station, including the Livermore-Pleasanton Fire Department headquarters (3560 Nevada St., Pleasanton) from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. weekdays. Fireworks can also be brought to the Pleasanton Police Department (4833 Bernal Ave.) or Livermore Police Department (1110 S. Livermore Ave.).