Fireworks Info

What kinds of fireworks can I use legally?The short answer: not many. Fireworks generally approved for use by consumers include sparklers; small fireworks that emit colored smoke only; and "glow worms," which burn in bright colors without exploding. The state fire marshal has a full list, including brand names, at myfloridacfo.com/sfm/sparklerindex.htm.
"These are the only items consumers without a permit can legally use," said Nina Ashley, a fire marshal's spokeswoman. Other, more high-powered fireworks are permitted only for industrial use or by professionals in public displays.
So everything else is off limits?
If it explodes, flies or lifts off, the law prohibits you from lighting it. That includes the popular Roman candles."There is no approved list of 'whiz, boom, bang or stuff that leaves the ground' for the retail public," said Bart Wright, the Maitland Fire Department's assistant chief of administration. "Florida Statute 791 is explicit about that. Consumer purchase and use of such material is unsafe, a threat and, most importantly, illegal in this state."

July 4th

Hello, July 4th. is fast approaching and that means that dreaded word "Fireworks". I know we have had some rain lately and you may think that it is safe, but it is not. The fireworks that goes into the air are illegal and unsafe. If you find that you must send them off, how about doing your neighbors a favor and pick up the remnants from "your" firework, they should not have to do it. Please be careful!!!!!!!

BOLO (Bent Oak Look Out)

I received this from another crimewatch area.... Dave A DLR resident told me that she heard from a co-worker that the car and 2 males described below have been seen going house to house Errol Estate. The co-worker contacted APD and was told the men were more than likely "casing" the neighborhood to see who was home and who wasn't, etc.
If you see these men or their car, call the Orange County Sheriff's Office.
Derry Sampey, Coordinator
DLR NW




Grey/silver Ford Explorer or similar type SUV
New England Patriots License Plate on front
Apopka HS sticker in back upper left corner window
SUV pulled in driveway very close to the garage door
5’10” approx 160 lbs white male b/w 30-40 yrs old w/ dark brown hair w/ grey streaks wearing hospital scrubs – described as greasy
Heavy set male stayed in vehicle
Allegedly giving away free door mats to promote new some type of new business

Crime Stats

Hi Here is some Crime Stats for our area.... DaveCrime

Case Number Address Date
AUTO BURGLARY 110047618 117 CHISHOLM ST 06/05/2011
RESIDENTIAL BURGLARY 110047537 59 E 13TH ST 06/04/2011
COMMERCIAL BURGLARY 110047815 1317 E SEMORAN BV 06/04/2011
AUTO BURGLARY 110047425 505 E MC CORMICK RD 06/04/2011
RESIDENTIAL BURGLARY 110047456 159 SHEELER AV 06/03/2011
RESIDENTIAL BURGLARY 110046892 107 W CLEVELAND ST 06/02/2011
ARMED TO PERSON 110046276 1117 E SEMORAN BV 06/01/2011
STOLEN VEHICLE 110046534 2324 VOTAW RD 06/01/2011
RESIDENTIAL BURGLARY 110046074 2703 OAK ST 05/31/2011
RESIDENTIAL BURGLARY 110046052 2437 ASHINGTON PARK DR 05/31/2011
STOLEN VEHICLE 110046292 1818 DEANNA DR 05/31/2011
RESIDENTIAL BURGLARY 110045939 322 PENROSE CT 05/31/2011
RESIDENTIAL BURGLARY 110046151 825 MONROE AV 05/31/2011
RESIDENTIAL BURGLARY 110045803 500 BISON CI 05/30/2011
AUTO BURGLARY 110045979 115 E 15TH ST 05/30/2011
CARJACKING 110045847 CLARCONA RD 05/30/2011
RESIDENTIAL BURGLARY 110045574 3000 CLARCONA RD 05/29/2011
AUTO BURGLARY 110045814 103 W CLEVELAND ST 05/29/2011
RESIDENTIAL BURGLARY 110045085 522 E 10TH ST 05/27/2011
COMMERCIAL BURGLARY 110045158 40 E 10TH ST 05/26/2011
RESIDENTIAL BURGLARY 110044756 1421 VICTOR DR 05/26/2011
HOME INVASION 110044215 1430 JAGUAR CI 05/25/2011
RESIDENTIAL BURGLARY 110044039 134 N AURORA DR 05/24/2011
AUTO BURGLARY 110044474 2368 LAKEVILLE RD 05/24/2011
RESIDENTIAL BURGLARY 110044402 1151 PINE OAKS CT 05/24/2011
RESIDENTIAL BURGLARY 110046186 807 E 10TH ST 05/23/2011
RESIDENTIAL BURGLARY 110044001 1426 ROLLING GREEN DR 05/23/2011
AUTO BURGLARY 110044040 832 MULLINS ST 05/23/2011