Sudden flames ignited a warehouse storing fireworks in rural Northern California, causing an explosion with an impromptu pyrotechnic display ahead of the Fourth of July. The incident happened on Tuesday afternoon, around 5:50 p.m. in the rural town of Esparto, Yolo County, per CBS. Communities across Northern California are gearing up for an action-packed Fourth of July, featuring everything from dazzling fireworks shows to parades, festivals, and classic rodeo competitions. CALIFORNIA, USA — Parades, barbecues, music and fireworks are prepped and ready for Fourth of July celebrations across Northern California. Whether you live in Sacramento, Stockton, Modesto Fireworks lighting up the coast, parades through charming downtowns, live music, street fairs, and beachside parties — here’s your ultimate guide to 4th of July celebrations in North County. Looking to celebrate the Fourth? NewsWatch 12 is rounding up a list of events in Southern Oregon and Northern California. SACRAMENTO, Calif. — Fireworks are a staple of Fourth of July celebrations across the country. In Northern California, there's no shortage of fireworks shows, parades and festivals to mark ESPARTO, Calif. — Multiple Northern California cities and counties are exploring alternative Fourth of July celebration options after a massive explosion and fire erupted at a fireworks NORTHERN CALIFORNIA - Multiple Fourth of July celebrations will be taking place throughout Northern California on July 3 and 4. On July 3, the following Independence Day event will be taking place in Shasta County: The Community for Anderson Explodes Fourth of July Celebration will begin at 7 p.m. at the Shasta District Fairgrounds Catalina Island Fireworks. Catalina Island‘s fireworks show will be on July 4th at 9 PM over the bay in the town of Avalon.You’ll find fun celebrations all over the island, like Carnival Games at Old Ben Park and a Golf Cart Parade down Crescent Avenue. Tracy's Fourth of July celebration returns for 2025, bringing a day full of food, fun and fireworks. The event kicks off in the morning at Lincoln Park for the Pancake Breakfast and Ballon Lift-Off. Fourth of July in Northern California West Sacramento A three-game baseball showdown between the Sacramento River Cats and the Reno Aces will end with a fireworks show to close out the series. From fireworks to parades, family-friendly activities and even drone shows, here is a working list of Northern California communities that are planning Fourth of July fireworks events for Here are Northern California Fourth of July events, fireworks shows in 2025 From the Sacramento area to Lake Tahoe, here are some events to check out this Fourth of July holiday. July is a festive month in California and throughout the U.S., thanks to the annual Independence Day Celebration with fireworks, parades, bands, picnics, and summer outdoor fun for all ages. While 4th of July steals the show with its spectacular festivities, there are also rodeos, blues festivals, fishing derbies and more. Here is a list of places in Northern California where you can enjoy a fireworks show on the Fourth of July. • Video Above: Fourth of July festivities begin in Elk Grove Elk Grove Location: 9950 Two Full Days of Fourth of July Fun in Crescent City, California. We celebrate big for the 4th of July! The celebration starts with a deck party from 5-8 pm on July 3 at the Cultural Center lawn in Crescent City (across from Beachfront Park at 1001 Front St.). Whether you want to spend a low-key day on the water or ogle impressive fireworks displays, California offers a Fourth of July party for you. This year you can choose just about any region or town in the Golden State and you’ll find a good celebration. Fireworks are a staple of Fourth of July celebrations across the country. In Northern California, there's no shortage of fireworks shows, parades and festivals to mark Independence Day. Whether you live near Sacramento, Modesto, Stockton or Roseville, there's likely a place for you to check out a show. Beyond the fireworks, you can enjoy the annual Scripps Ranch 4th of July Parade, the Crown City Classic 12K & 5K Run along the Coronado Bay, the Coronado 4th of July Parade, and other local celebrations and events.
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