LAKE COUNTY, Calif. — Remember, personal use, “safe and sane,” fireworks are only legal when purchased and used within the incorporated boundaries, or city limits of the city of Lakeport.

“Safe and sane fireworks will be sold in and legal for use in the city of Lakeport July 1 to 4,” the Lakeport Police Department said.

Except as expressly permitted for organized fireworks displays, it is otherwise unlawful in the city of Clearlake and the unincorporated areas of Lake County for any person to possess, use, sell or explode any fireworks.

Firework safety information is available from Cal Fire here.

Tips for reducing many types of residential and other fire risks are also available from the National Wildfire Protection Association’s Firewise USA program.

More information on Safe and Sane Fireworks and 4th of July safety in the city of Lakeport is available here.

Have a safe, enjoyable and meaningful July 4.