Fireworks

And the Rockets Green Glare…

It’s hard to imagine a fourth of July without fireworks lighting up the night sky. After all, the use of gunpowder predates the American Revolution. But after the brief “ooohs” and “ahhhs,” we are left with gunpowder fall out smoke, the residue of heavy metals -like sulfur-coal compounds and other noxious chemicals – and a mound of packaging waste.

It is also important to note that fireworks are prohibited in the City of Irvine.

• Try alternatives to fireworks, like using old-fashioned noisemakers available at your local party store.
• Attend a laser-light show instead of a fireworks show.
• Instead of setting off your own fireworks (which is prohibited in Irvine), attend a larger organized show.