Lakewood Police Stepping Up Patrols For July 4 Celebrations

LAKEWOOD, CO — Fourth of July is fast approaching, and the Lakewood Police Department will be stepping up patrols over the next week to enforce fireworks safety and keep local streets safe.

All fireworks are illegal in Lakewood except professional shows. That includes sparklers, Roman candles and smoke bombs. Fines for illegal fireworks can reach $2,650.

The Lakewood Police Department will have extra agents on patrol throughout Lakewood to focus solely on fireworks issues.

New this year: you can help document illegal fireworks in your neighborhood by dropping a pin on an online map to help the Lakewood Police Department's future education and enforcement efforts.

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Learn more about fireworks in Lakewood, including information about fireworks and your pets, and a video from the police and fire chiefs.

Those who love a good fireworks show can head to the Big Boom Bash on July 4 at Jeffco Stadium.

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Lakewood's 4th Of July Fireworks: 2019 Guide, Scheduled Time