San Ramon Reports Increase In Fireworks-Related Calls

SAN RAMON, CA - The San Ramon Police Department reported a 17-percent increase in fireworks related calls on July 4, according to Acting Captain Tami Williams.

The department received 27 calls on Tuesday, up from 23 reported on July 4, 2022.

No citations or arrests occurred, Williams said.

Despite the increase, San Ramon’s numbers still pale in comparison to other cities. Pleasanton police dispatch say they received over 250 fireworks-related calls, while Livermore police received nearly 110.

Meanwhile, Contra Costa County officials confirmed nearly 200 emergency calls, including 82 fires, more than 60 of which are believed to be linked to fireworks. A three-acre grass fire in Walnut Creek was likely caused by fireworks, according to the Contra Costa County Fire Protection District.

The possession, sale or use of fireworks is prohibited in Contra Costa County.

Alameda County recorded an 11.4 percent increase in emergency calls, and extinguished at least 17 fires suspected to be caused by illegal fireworks, according to Alameda County Fire Department Cheryl Hurd. Fires broke out in Union City and in an unincorporated area near Lake Chabot. No injuries were caused and no homes were burned, Hurd said.