In Tulsa, permits for fireworks are issued only to professionals, but accidents involving amateurs prompt the Tulsa Fire Department to issue an annual safety warning around Independence Day.

Hot and dry weather across California is fueling a Fourth of July warning from both the Governor's Office and state fire officials: illegal fireworks will not be tolerated.

With Fourth of July celebrations approaching, the United States Postal Service is sending out timely reminders that fireworks are not allowed in the mail system. A USPS news release warned customers not to put fireworks of any kind – including sparkers,