Victorville’s stricter fireworks ordinance has led to a sharp decline in reported illegal firework activity, dropping by 75% since 2020. Confiscations of fireworks have soared, jumping from just 30 pounds in 2023 to 360 pounds in 2025.

Despite increased enforcement and the threat of hefty fines, thousands of illegal fireworks lit up the skies over Northern California on July 4th. The widespread displays highlighted the challenges authorities face in curbing the use of illegal pyrotechnics.