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New campaign launched to prevent illegal fireworks from entering California
SACRAMENTO — Sacramento County received more than 1,500 complaints over fireworks last year. Now, there is a new push to stop illegal fireworks at the border before they are ever brought into California.Last year, in the five days before and after July 4, Sacramento Metro Fire responded to 48 blazes caused by fireworks—a 60% increase over the previous year.They also helped ten people hurt by fireworks."Burn-related injuries, extremity injuries, you name it, and it's a challenge because a lot of these are preventable," said Metro Fire Battalion Chief Parker Wilbourn.Authorities say the number of illegal fireworks being used in California...
Some Sacramento County residents can use a new online tool to have their traffic tickets reduced
Sacramento Superior Court has launched an online service called MyCitations, allowing residents to request a reduction in fines or traffic tickets due to financial hardship, saving time and resources.
Volunteers Needed to Comfort Shelter Pets July 4th
Keep Pets Calm During 4th of July Fireworks: Bradshaw Animal Shelter Seeks Public Help. Sacramento County’s Bradshaw Animal Shelter is reaching out to the public for assistance in keeping shelter pets calm during the upcoming 4th of July fireworks. The loud noises from fireworks can cause significant distress to animals both inside and outside the shelter. The shelter invites community members to sit, sing, read, or gently play calming musical instruments during the festivities.
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