Firework-Related Calls Surge on Fourth of July in Austin and North Texas

The Austin Fire Department received approximately 300 calls related to fireworks incidents on the Fourth of July, with the majority of them being grass, dumpster, and trash fires. The department also responded to a few structure fires. These calls exceeded the normal volume levels, and it is important to note that the storage, use, and handling of fireworks are prohibited within Austin city limits, except for authorized displays with permits.