SAN BERNARDINO – (INT) – More nightly fireworks are being seen and heard in local neighborhoods as Fourth of July celebrations draw closer.

Law enforcement has mounted its annual offensive against the illegal pyrotechnics.

During a 2-day operation throughout Southern California, nearly 13 tons of fireworks were seized much of it in San Bernardino County.

$50,000 worth of fireworks were seized at one location, according to the San Bernardino County Fire Department.

Fifty-one misdemeanor citations were issued and two felony arrests.

The bulk of the fireworks were brought into Southern California from Nevada and Mexico.

So-called safe and sane fireworks are legal in some incorporated communities.

Story Date: June 28, 2016