Personal fireworks are now officially banned in Bexar County. If you're caught lighting fireworks in areas not deemed "safe" zones, it can mean a $1,000 fine and up to 180 days in jail.

There are EIGHT safe zones, two on the North Side, two on the West Side, four on the South Side, and one on the East Side.

Firefighters will be on hand to make sure there aren't any problems. For more information, go to www.co.bexar.tx.us.

Fireworks Hotlines

Bexar County:
Bexar County has a hotline to call to report illegal fireworks activity. That number is 210-335-FIRE. You can call that number starting at 4 p.m. on Thursday, July 3rd. The number will be set up until July 6th.

San Antonio:
The City of San Antonio also has a number to call. The number is 210-207-0202. That number goes into affect starting Wednesday, July 2 at noon.

4th of July Area Fireworks Displays
Fireworks are illegal in San Antonio and, except for 8 safe zones, have been banned in Bexar County because of the current drought. But that doesn't mean you can't watch the pros light up the sky in celebration of the July 4th holiday. There are several locations to choose from:

City of San Antonio July 4th Celebration at Woodlawn Lake Park:
It's the official City of San Antonio July 4th celebration at Woodlawn Lake Park. People can enjoy a fun-filled family-friendly day of games, food, live music all day, plus a parade and a beautiful display of fireworks -- all for free. www.saparksfoundation.org

Lackland Air Force Base:
The sights and sounds of America's birthday celebration will fill the air at the base amphitheater July 4 as Team Lackland opens its gates to the public for its 31st annual Star Spangled Festival.

The festival begins at 2 p.m. and concludes at 9:30 p.m. with a 20-minute fireworks extravaganza. In between, children and adults will be entertained with activities and music.www.lackland.af.mil

Fiesta Texas:
Celebrate Independence Day at Six Flags Fiesta Texas with the Lights Of Liberty aerial fireworks extravaganza. Limited seating is available at Lone Star Lil’s Amphitheatre with event ticket. Tickets are free and available outside Studio Six on a first-come, first-served basis while supplies last. www.sixflags.com/fiestaTexas

SeaWorld San Antonio:
Celebrate Independence Day at SeaWorld San Antonio with a spectacular fireworks display, July 3rd & 4th at 9:15pm with viewing capability around Water Ski Lake. Interested in VIP opportunities for the fireworks extravaganza? www.seaworld.com

Other Area Fireworks Displays




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