Crime & Safety
Marin Announces Fireworks Ban
Concerns over 'historic-level disaster' cited amid heightened fire risk.
MARIN COUNTY, CA — Citing concerns over the potential for a “historic-level disaster,” Marin officials issued a statement Monday reminding the public that all fireworks are illegal in the North Bay county, and not just on the upcoming Fourth of July holiday weekend.
The county’s only legal fireworks will be held at the Marin County Fair each night from June 30 through July 4.
The Marin County Sheriff’s Office will have extra deputies on duty for enforcement over the holiday.
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A misdemeanor offense for using or possessing fireworks in Marin can cost up to $410 in penalties.
“It won’t take much to trigger an historic-level disaster,” Marin County Fire Chief Jason Weber said in a statement.
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“The dry conditions are highly dangerous, especially when it’s windy. You can still have a good time without letting your guard down. Public safety and protecting property have to be high on your priority list.”
Marin County Fire, the Sheriff’s Office, and rangers from Marin County Parks are joining first responders from local agencies preparing for the summer coming-out party.
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