San Jose announces tougher restrictions on illegal fireworks amid drought concerns

Wednesday, May 12, 2021
SAN JOSE, Calif. (KGO) -- San Jose is getting a head start on dealing with illegal fireworks during the drought.

On Tuesday, City Council members voted to hold people liable if they host gatherings with illegal fireworks.
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That includes liability for fire damage.

San Jose's Fire Department plans to ramp up enforcement ahead of the July 4th holiday.
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They'll use surveillance drones and launch an online reporting tool.

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