A local ordinance allowing for the sale of Safe and Sane Fireworks within Tracy city limits was approved by the Tracy City Council in May of 2011. Qualifying 501 (c) nonprofit organizations may participate in fundraising activities through the sale of Safe and Sane Fireworks. Safe and Sane Fireworks are those that bear the official seal of the California State Fire Marshal’s Office . Fireworks that do not bear the official seal  of the California State Fire Marshal are considered "dangerous fireworks" and remain illegal within the entire jurisdictional area of the South County Fire Authority.

THE CITY CLERK’S OFFICE IS NOW ACCEPTING 2024 LOTTERY APPLICATIONS.

Nonprofit organizations must complete and submit applications  with all required documentation by the filing period deadline to be eligible for the lottery to sell Safe and Sane Fireworks.

Filing Period: 8:00 a.m. on November 1, 2023 through December 1, 2023 at 6:00 p.m.

Lottery: 5:00 p.m. on Thursday, January 11, 2024

JUNE 2023 SAFE AND SANE FIREWORK BOOTH LOCATIONS 

Any firework that flies in the air, darts across the ground or explodes is considered illegal in California. If it doesn't have the California State Fire Marshal's seal on the packaging, it's illegal.

REPORTING ILLEGAL FIREWORKS 

Holidays result in significantly higher call volume to the 9-1-1 Center each year. Residents are asked to limit illegal fireworks related calls except in the following circumstances. 

• Injury, 9-1-1
• Fire, 9-1-1
• Emergency, 9-1-1
• Property damage, (209) 831-6550
• Knowledge of exact location of where fireworks are being set off in real-time, (209) 831-6550

Please do not report noise complaints unless you can provide the exact location of the fireworks being set off. Callers may experience longer than normal answering times, particularly on non-emergency phone lines. Please use the appropriate phone number and be patient with call takers.

SAFETY TIPS:

• Safe and Sane Fireworks must have the State Fire Marshal's seal, and can only be purchased at licensed fireworks stands
• Always read directions
• Always have an adult present
• Use fireworks outdoors only
• Never use near dry grass or other flammable materials
• Light one at a time
• Use common sense and keep a safe distance
• Never point or throw fireworks at another person
• Never experiment with fireworks
• Have a bucket of water and a hose handy
• Never attempt to re-light or "fix" fireworks
• Do not wear loose-fitting clothing
• Never carry fireworks in your pockets

SAFE DISPOSAL OF  FIREWORKS:
To dispose of used fireworks, completely submerge fireworks in a bucket of water and allow them to soak at least overnight, preferably for 24 hours. Once they have had a chance to soak, drain any excess water and place your fireworks into a sealable plastic bag to maintain moisture. Once you have followed these safety tips, you can safely toss them in your outside garbage can for disposal.

Additional information regarding the Safe & Sane Fireworks program can be found on the City of Tracy website.