Fireworks Laws in Cities Near Lakewood CA

Dozens of Southland cities allow the sale of so-called "safe and sane" fireworks - products sanctioned by the state fire marshal that do not explode or leave the ground - to celebrate Independence Day, while others ban them year-round. http://www.presstelegram.com/news/ci_6272904

Here's a look at what area cities allow:

Artesia

Safe and sane fireworks may be sold or discharged from noon June 28 to 9 p.m. July 4. During that period, they cannot be sold or discharged before 7 a.m. or after 10 p.m.

Bellflower

Safe and sane fireworks may be discharged only until 11 p.m. July 1, 2, 3 and 5, and until midnight July 4.

Carson

Safe and sane fireworks may be sold and discharged from noon June 28 to midnight July 4.

Cerritos

The sale or use of all fireworks, including safe and sane ones, is illegal.

Downey

Safe and sane fireworks may be discharged only from 3 to 10 p.m. July 4.

Huntington Beach

The sale or use of all fireworks, including safe and sane ones, is illegal.

Lakewood

Residents may possess safe and sane fireworks from July 1 to July 4 and may use them only from 10 a.m. to 11 p.m. July 4.

Long Beach

The sale or use of all fireworks, including safe and sane ones, is illegal.

Norwalk

Residents may possess safe and sane fireworks between 10 a.m. June 28 and midnight July 4 and discharge them from July 2 to 4. No one may shoot off fireworks on city property, including parks.

Paramount

Fireworks can be used only on July 3 and 4. Also, you must be 16 years or older to purchase the items.

Seal Beach

The sale or use of all fireworks, including safe and sane ones, is illegal.

Signal Hill

The sale or use of all fireworks, including safe and sane ones, is illegal.