Event Brief
Florida OKs Fourth of July fireworks amid drought
Filed: Jun 24, 2026 at 12:00 AM ET
Summary: Florida officials won’t impose a statewide fireworks ban despite wildfire risks from drought and dry conditions.
WHO: Florida Agriculture Commissioner Wilton Simpson and other state officials
WHAT: Officials allow Fourth of July fireworks despite widespread wildfire concerns
WHEN: Jun 23, 2026 at 10:13 PM ET
WHERE: Florida
WHY: Ongoing statewide drought and dry conditions have officials urging caution, but no statewide fireworks ban is planned.
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