Police warn about dangers of fireworks ahead of Fourth of July

Police are reminding residents to leave the pyrotechnics to the experts.

News 12 Staff

Jun 28, 2019, 10:20 AM

Updated 1,784 days ago

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Thursday is the Fourth of July, and that means fireworks shows all around Long Island.
Police are reminding residents to leave the pyrotechnics to the experts.
Suffolk Police Chief Stu Cameron says it is important for people to know how to have fun without getting hurt.
 


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