Celebrate safely: Fireworks prohibited in most of San Bernardino County

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As the Fourth of July approaches, the San Bernardino County Fire Protection District reminds residents that fireworks are illegal in most of the county and encourages the public to attend professional displays for a safe celebration.

Fireworks that explode, shoot into the air or move along the ground are prohibited throughout California, county officials said. Even so-called “Safe and Sane” fireworks, a designation for consumer fireworks that do not leave the ground or explode, are permitted only in a limited number of jurisdictions within the county including Adelanto, Chino, Colton, Needles and Rialto, as well as specific locations in Fontana, Grand Terrace and San Bernardino. Please call the fire department in these cities for more information. For all other areas, including unincorporated parts of the county and cities not listed above, all fireworks are prohibited by law.

Fire prevention officials are encouraging residents to attend public fireworks displays as a safe and legal alternative to using fireworks at home. Community members are also encouraged to report illegal fireworks activity before and during the holiday weekend.

For fireworks safety tips, visit the San Bernardino County Fire Protection District website. To report fireworks violations online, visit the Illegal Fireworks Reporter portal.

Additional County Update News – June 25, 2026