<strong>Six brush fires break out on Fourth of July</strong> 
Los Angeles County Assistant Fire Chief Pat Sprengel speaks about fire hazards during the Fourth of July during a press conference about illegal fireworks held at Los Angeles County Fire Station 126 in Valencia on Tuesday, 062023. Dan Watson/The Signal

Six brush fires break out on Fourth of July 

The Fourth of July is notorious for fireworks.   On June 20 the city of Santa Clarita held a press conference reminding Santa Clarita that all fireworks are illegal, and providing…

Residents gather for Fourth of July fireworks
Dazzling fireworks were the stars of the show for 15 minutes on July 4, 2023. Habeba Mostafa/ The Signal

Residents gather for Fourth of July fireworks

As Fourth of July comes around each year, so do the community traditions: barbecues, reunions, and, of course, the city of Santa Clarita’s annual Spirit of America Fireworks Spectacular.   Residents…

July 4: SCV takes ‘educational’ approach, confiscates 50 lbs. fireworks; no arrests, no citations
Capt. Justin Diez of the Santa Clarita Valley Sheriff's Station speaks about the danger posed by illegal fireworks at a news conference hosted by Fire Station 126 in Valencia on June 29, 2020. Bobby Block / The Signal.

July 4: SCV takes ‘educational’ approach, confiscates 50 lbs. fireworks; no arrests, no citations

Santa Clarita Valley Sheriff’s Station deputies responded to 211 calls about fireworks generated between July 1-5, according to station officials, and 163 calls the evening of July 4.  Despite the high…

Fourth of July celebrations blast off in SCV once again
Santa Clarita residents tailgate in the Westfield Valencia Town Center parking lot as they await the fireworks show on Sunday, July 4, 2021. Emily Alvarenga/The Signal

Fourth of July celebrations blast off in SCV once again

After more than a year stuck at home and sans much celebration, Santa Clarita Valley residents gathered Sunday to watch as fireworks lit the night sky. Last year’s Fourth of…

Dog fatally struck by vehicle shortly after fireworks go off
SCV deputies respond to a traffic hazard call involving a dog fatally struck by a vehicle shortly after fireworks go off in the area on July 3, 2020. Courtesy photo

Dog fatally struck by vehicle shortly after fireworks go off

A small dog was fatally struck by a vehicle while running on a Canyon Country street shortly after fireworks in the area went off Friday night, law enforcement officials said. …

Barger issues statement on decision to cancel fireworks
Kathryn Barger, Los Angeles County 5th District supervisor, and Santa Clarita Mayor Marsha McLean discuss Metro transit and other topics at the City Council special meeting on Wednesday, Sept. 4, 2019. Gilbert Bernal/The Signal

Barger issues statement on decision to cancel fireworks

Los Angeles County Supervisor Kathryn Barger said Tuesday the decision to cancel fireworks displays countywide, without allowing cities to show how their Fourth of July plans could be conducted safely,…

Santa Clarita’s fireworks display canceled after L.A. County modified order
Residents enjoy the fireworks show from the Westfield Valencia Town Center. Dan Watson/ The Signal

Santa Clarita’s fireworks display canceled after L.A. County modified order

Santa Clarita officials announced Tuesday this year’s city-run fireworks show has been canceled to comply with Los Angeles County’s latest modified order prohibiting pyrotechnics displays through the Fourth of July…

Officials highlight dangers of illegal fireworks
Los Angeles County Fire Department Chief of Emergency Operations David Richardson speaks about the danger posed by illegal fireworks at a press conference hosted by Fire Station 126 in Valencia Monday morning. June 29, 2020. Bobby Block / The Signal.

Officials highlight dangers of illegal fireworks

In an effort to stop the use of dangerous and illegal fireworks as the Fourth of July holiday approaches, the city of Santa Clarita and its public safety partners conducted…

City announces restrictions for July 4 fireworks spectators
FILE PHOTO: 11-year-old Savannah Rousselo of Canyon Country sports her red, white and blue patriotic hat as she watches the city of Santa Clarita's fireworks show on the walkway outside Westfield's Valencia TownCenter Mall Tuesday, July 4, 2014.

City announces restrictions for July 4 fireworks spectators

Residents will have a chance to view this year’s Fourth of July fireworks show in a non-traditional way, such as from social media or from their vehicles, due to ongoing…

City moves forward with July 4 fireworks show, restrictions underway
Residents enjoy the fireworks show from the Westfield Valencia Town Center. Dan Watson/ The Signal

City moves forward with July 4 fireworks show, restrictions underway

Santa Clarita’s annual fireworks show will take place this year following monthslong stay-at-home directives, but details of safety restrictions are still being ironed out, city officials announced Monday.  The planned…

City Council brainstorms local July 4 celebrations amidst pandemic
Kids from Fil-Am of SCV wave at the crowd at the 88th Santa Clarita Valley Fourth of July Parade in Newhall Thursday morning. Cory Rubin/The Signal

City Council brainstorms local July 4 celebrations amidst pandemic

Fourth of July celebrations in Santa Clarita will look a little different this year as developments with the coronavirus pandemic continue, despite stay-at-home restrictions easing, City Council members discussed Tuesday. …

Government, safety officials to highlight dangers of illegal fireworks
FILE PHOTO: 11-year-old Savannah Rousselo of Canyon Country sports her red, white and blue patriotic hat as she watches the city of Santa Clarita's fireworks show on the walkway outside Westfield's Valencia TownCenter Mall Tuesday, July 4, 2014.

Government, safety officials to highlight dangers of illegal fireworks

The city of Santa Clarita, Los Angeles County and public safety officials are urging residents to engage in Fourth of July festivities responsibly as the holiday nears. Officials have scheduled…

Stevenson Ranch resident rallies to continue long-standing firework tradition
Michele Lutes/The Signal

Stevenson Ranch resident rallies to continue long-standing firework tradition

The Stevenson Ranch Fourth of July fireworks show has been a staple in the community and entertained a crowd of approximately 7,000 annually since its inception in 1999. This year,…

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