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Mission police to crack down on firework use, DWIs on Fourth of July
Summary by The Brownsville Editorial Desk Gabriela Gonzalez , as published by ValleyCentral
· July 1, 2026
· 1 min read
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Key points Fines of up to $500 may be imposed on individuals who disregard the ban. The Mission Police Department is taking steps to address firework use and driving offenses during the upcoming Fourth of July holiday.
The Mission Police Department is taking steps to address firework use and driving offenses during the upcoming Fourth of July holiday. A city ordinance prohibits fireworks within Mission city limits. Violations of this ordinance can result in significant penalties.
Fines of up to $500 may be imposed on individuals who disregard the ban. Further information on the Mission Police Department's efforts to enforce this ordinance and prevent other holiday-related offenses, such as DWIs, is available from ValleyCentral.
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Category: safety Published: July 1, 2026 Source: ValleyCentral Reading time: 1 min
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