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Mayor's Weekly Message: Leave Fireworks to the Professionals this Fourth of July

By Ulises Cabrera, Mayor of Moreno Valley
June 15, 2023 at 01:30pm. Views: 269

Dear Moreno Valley Residents,

In just a few weeks, we will celebrate Independence Day with our families, friends, pets, and the rest of our nation.

I can’t wait to spend this time with my family and community!

As we get closer to this day of celebration, I encourage everyone to enjoy this holiday safely and responsibly. We all know the dangers of drinking and driving, but I also wanted to remind our residents about the risks and legal consequences of using fireworks in Moreno Valley. We’ve seen too many people and pets seriously injured, as well as significant property damage from the non-professional use of fireworks.  

To be clear, fireworks are illegal in Moreno Valley. 

In fact, individuals in possession of illegal fireworks can face fines of up to $3,500, jail time, and can be held liable for incurred property damage. 

Fireworks are simply not worth the risk.

On behalf of Moreno Valley’s first responders, I’m asking everyone to leave the fireworks to the professionals this year. I encourage you to join me and the rest of the MoVal community at the City’s Fourth of July FunFest held right here at the Civic Center Amphitheater.

Our FunFest will feature great food, live bands, a beer garden, and the best fireworks show in the Inland Empire. 

Learn more at moval.org/fourth or report illegal fireworks at moval.org/fireworks.

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