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Don't Blow It this 4th of July

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Fireworks are illegal in the City of Ventura

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Celebrating Independence Day is a fun, family-oriented Ventura tradition.

And enjoying an official, approved fireworks show is the safest way to celebrate the holiday.

Things You Should Know

  • $400 fine for use OR possession of fireworks; possession of larger amounts of fireworks may result in a felony charge
  • Fireworks purchased over the Internet are illegal (and not just in Ventura but throughout the state)
  • "Safe and sane" fireworks are neither safe, nor sane. Fireworks and sparklers are designed to explode or throw off showers of hot sparks. Temperatures may exceed 1200º F.
  • In 2005, U.S. hospital emergency rooms treated an estimated 10,800 people for fireworks related injuries
  • The Humane Society of the U.S. recommends protecting your pets during the festivities:
    • resist taking your pet to the fireworks display; most animals don't enjoy the noise
    • don't leave your pet in the car, even with windows partially opened
    • keep your pets in a safe, quiet place indoors & make sure they are wearing current identification
  • 900 U.S. home structure fires were caused by fireworks in 2004

Ventura Fireworks Show

15th Annual Rotary Club of Ventura and Ventura College Foundation Independence Day Celebration

July 4th, 2008
5:00 PM -9:30 PM

Ventura College Athletic Field, 4667 Telegraph Road, Ventura Featuring fun activities for the whole family (food, games and contests) and band performances by The Lucky Sons with special appearance by Angela Skeels and Men On The Moon. Gates open at 5 p.m., Fireworks begin at 9 p.m. Please no pets, glass or alcohol. Presale tickets are available only at Ventura-area Vons Markets and McDonalds Restaurants and went on sale June 14. Pre Sale Admission is $4 for adults and $2 for children ages 5 through 14. Ticket prices at the gate will be $5 for adults and $3 for children. Children under 5 are free. Event sponsors include Affinity Bank, Vons, McDonalds, Mainstreet Architects & Planners, Taylor McCord, Praver & Cherry Law Corp. and the Ventura County Star.

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