Fireworks are illegal in San Diego County

SAN DIEGO COUNTY - While fireworks are a colorful and spectacular salute to America's independence, they can cause injuries and spark fires. As the Fourth of July approaches, the Sheriff's Bomb/Arson Unit is reminding residents it's illegal to possess and use fireworks in the county. It's also illegal to transport fireworks from elsewhere into San Diego County or to make homemade fireworks and explosives.

According to authorities, hundreds of pounds of illegal fireworks are confiscated in the county each year and routinely disposed of.

Under California law, illegal fireworks include sky rocket...