Union City Fireworks Sales Begin Thursday

UNION CITY, CA — Fireworks sales will begin in Union City on Thursday.

"Fireworks sales in Union City are made possible through a partnership between community nonprofit organizations and licensed fireworks vendors," Union City Communications Coordinator Emma Tozer said in a blog post. "Fireworks sales in Union City are made possible through a partnership between community nonprofit organizations and licensed fireworks vendors.

"Nonprofits work with licensed vendors to sell ‘safe and sane’ fireworks, and a percentage of the sales are retained by the nonprofits. The July 4th weekend is oftentimes a significant fundraising opportunity for these community organizations. Nonprofits work with licensed vendors to sell ‘safe and sane’ fireworks, and a percentage of the sales are retained by the nonprofits.

"The July 4th weekend is oftentimes a significant fundraising opportunity for these community organizations."

Here's what to keep in mind:

• Only 'safe and sane' fireworks are allowed in the City of Union City
• They can only be used from 8 a.m. to 10 p.m. between July 1-3 and on July 4 from 8 a.m. to 11 p.m.
• They are only allowed on private property. They are not allowed on sidewalks, in streets, and in parks.
• Make sure to keep pets indoors when using fireworks. Do not point fireworks toward people, and maintain a safe distance after lighting.
• Soak used and unused fireworks in water before discarding.

Here is a list of safe and sane fireworks that are legal in Union City"

Safe and sane fireworks include:

• Fountains
• Sparklers
• Smokeballs
• Snake-type fireworks
• Ground-spinning fireworks
• Pinwheels
• Most novelty fireworks
• Toytrick noisemakers
• Some crackling items