As millions of Americans are set to travel across the country, South Floridians can celebrate the birthday of the United States locally with a host of festivities.
Fireworks were seen being loaded into Marine Stadium, preparing to see them decorate the sky in celebration.
The innocent celebration can get dangerous quickly, so while it is important to have fun, officials urge caution. The City of Miami Police Department shared tips on social media for celebrators to stay safe, and Fort Lauderdale Fire Rescue held demonstrations.
“You need to wait until it’s fully done with its performance and even wait a little after that to handle that firework,” said an official. “And once you get it, you need to put it in a bucket of water to cool it off even more. Use them as they’re intended, and everything will play out safely.”
Although they may look totally safe, some fireworks, including some sparklers, can heat up to 200 degrees.
Many events are scheduled across the Miami-Dade and Broward.
Miami-Dade
Hadley Park 21st annual Fourth of July Family Fest
Time: 4:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.
Location: 1350 NW 50th Street, Miami.
Bayfront Park Fourth of July
Time: 4:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m.
Location: 301 Biscayne Blvd, Miami.
City of North Beach Fourth of July
Time: 5:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
Location: 7275 Collins Ave.
The City of North Miami Independence Day Celebration at the Bay
Time: 6:00 p.m.
Location: Florida International University’s (FIU) Roz and Cal Kovens Conference Center, 3000 NE 151st Street.
The City of Coral Gables “Gables Fourth” Celebration
Time: 5:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.
Location: 1200 Anastasia Ave
Little Havana
Time: 4:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.
Location: José Martí Park, 351 SW 4th Ave.
July Fourth Palmetto Gold Course
Time: 5:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.
Location: 9300 SW 152nd Street, UNINC Dade County.
Key Biscayne Parade
Time: 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.
Broward
Plantation Independence Parade
Time: 9:00 a.m.
Location: City Hall, 400 NW 73rd Ave
Fort Lauderdale Beach Fourth of July Spectacular
Time: 12:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.
The Lauderdale-by-the-Sea Parade
Time: 10:00 a.m.
Location: 4501 N Ocean Drive
The City of Miramar Fourth of July Celebration
Time: 4:30 p.m.
Location: 16801 Miramar Parkway, Miramar.
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