FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
July 2, 2012
Contact: Richard Lewis, Sergeant
Phone: 310.458.8462
e-mail: richard.lewis@smgov.net
The City of Santa Monica does not have a fireworks display on the 4th of July. But, there are many professional fireworks displays and events planned in and around our surrounding area.
For your convenience, the following is a partial list of celebrations you may wish to attend on the 4th of July:
Marina Del Rey – In the Marina Harbor. Visit: http://www.visitmarinadelrey.com/schedule/events/07/2012
Culver City High School – Gates open at 5 p.m. Fireworks at 9 p.m. See http://culvercityfireworksshow.com/ .
Pacific Palisades – Parade at 2 p.m. along Sunset Blvd. Fireworks show at Palisades Charter High School with entertainment starting at 6:30 p.m. Fireworks at 9:00 pm. $6.00 at the gate. www.palisadesparade.org
El Segundo – Daytime events, 10 a.m.-2 p.m., at El Segundo Recreation Park. Entertainment starts at 5 p.m. For more information, see: www.southbayevents.com
Redondo Beach Pier – Gates open at 2 p.m. For more information: www.redondofireworks.com
For your safety, we remind you that use of fireworks often starts brush, home, and forest fires, endangering the lives of many unnecessarily. Many people, including young children, are injured or burned each year from using even “Safe and Sane” fireworks.
The Santa Monica Police Department reminds you that ALL fireworks are illegal to sell, possess, or use in the City. This includes the “Safe and Sane” fireworks as well. Any fireworks in your possession will be confiscated. Their possession is punishable by fines, imprisonment or both.