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Dallas police and fire teams seize of nearly a ton of illegal fireworks
Summary by The Plano Editorial Desk Amber Kite , as published by FOX 4 KDFW (Dallas-Fort Worth) - News
· July 5, 2026
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Key points Authorities reported that nearly a ton of illegal fireworks was taken. Further information on the crackdown and seizure is available from Dallas authorities, who announced the results of their efforts on Sunday.
Dallas authorities conducted a coordinated crackdown on illegal fireworks over the holiday. This effort involved both police and fire teams working together. As a result of their actions, a significant amount of illegal fireworks was seized.
The seizure occurred on the Fourth of July and also included the issuance of multiple citations. Authorities reported that nearly a ton of illegal fireworks was taken.
Further information on the crackdown and seizure is available from Dallas authorities, who announced the results of their efforts on Sunday.
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Category: safety Published: July 5, 2026 Source: FOX 4 KDFW (Dallas-Fort Worth) - News Reading time: 1 min
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