Ahead of the Fourth of July, the Bay Area Air District is asking residents to avoid using personal fireworks.
Personal fireworks, from small sparklers to aerial skyrockets, cause pollution and increase the risk of wildfires. Vulnerable populations — such as children, older people, and those with respiratory conditions — can also be endangered by personal firework displays.
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