The City of Hayward received 359 firework complains on a busy 4th of July and the morning after, it announced in a press release on Monday. In May, the city instituted a new policy to enforce its fireworks ban. “Fireworks of any type are illegal in Hayward—and yet their ongoing use over holidays and other special events is a continuing concern and frustration of residents and firefighters alike,” the city said.
In addition to the firework complaints, the city responded to 27 fires on the holiday. Officials were able to tie fireworks activity to 94 different addresses in the city.
The owners of 59 properties have received fines, which is part of the city’s plan to crack down on fireworks. Its nuisance ordinance was updated on May 5, allowing people to be fined if illegal firework activity takes place on property they own.