Western cities get creative after megadrought leads some to cancel firework displays
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As severe drought persists in the Southwest, cities are making tough decisions about their traditional firework shows. Some cities have decided to cancel their pyrotechnic displays, while others have chosen to continue them.
Dry vegetation and a lack of rainfall have led to a megadrought for more than 75% of the West. Now first responders and other officials are warning the public about the risk of Fourth of July fireworks.
"Specific areas that are particularly vulnerable are all the way from Oregon to Mexico. All of California is vulnerable," Cal Fire Battalion Chief John Heggie said, given the ongoing drought and warm temperatures.
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