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Milwaukee Police get over 500 calls for fireworks July 4th

By: Justin Thompson-Gee

Posted: Jul 5, 2017 10:40 AM CDT

NOW: Milwaukee Police get over 500 calls for fireworks July 4th

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Milwaukee Police tell CBS 58 they responded to at least 500 complaint calls for fireworks on July 4. As of the morning on July 5 all of the citations have not been answered.

In Milwaukee all fireworks are illegal, not just those that leave the ground. Anything that emits smoke, a bang or a sparkle could cost you up to $1,000 in fines. A similar ban is in place in Waukesha.

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