'Safe and Sane' Fireworks On Sale this Week in Union City

Union City, CA— “Safe and Sane” fireworks will go on sale in Union City beginning on June 28 and revelers are being cautioned to use the fireworks safely.

The only other Alameda County cities that permit fireworks are Newark and Dublin. Dublin officials are urging extreme caution when using them because of the dry conditions and warm temperatures. The sale of the fireworks benefits local non-profits and service organizations.

Fireworks can be purchased at the following locations in Union City:

• 32975 Alvarado Niles Road
• Nec Alvarado Niles & Hartnell
• Nwc Alvarado Niles & H Street
• 1790 Whipple Road
• 1998 Whipple Road
• Nwc Alvarado Niles & Decoto
• N.E.C. Alvarado Niles & Decoto
• 32200 Alvarado Blvd.
• 31140 Alvarado Niles Road
• 30600 Dyer Street
• 31820 Alvarado Blvd.
• 32111 Dyer Street
• 30701 Dyer Street
• 33503 Mission Blvd.
• 30085 Industrial Parkway Sw

The City of Dublin released the following guidelines for the use of all fireworks:

1. Individuals under the age of 16 should not light fireworks or model rockets.
2. Fireworks and model rockets should never be lit indoors.
3. Ensure that you are away from dry vegetation, fences, trash or other combustibles that may catch fire.
4. Have a fire extinguisher, hose or other water source available for emergency extinguishment, if necessary.
5. Soak your fireworks in a bucket of water prior to disposal. Used fireworks can catch your trash on fire if you dispose of them without watering them down.
6. Never ignite a firework that has a damaged container or fuse

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