Keeping pets safe during fireworks
Fourth of July is just a few days away. For the employees at Jackson County Animal Shelter that means they are about to see a lot more animals. Shelter employees say the Monday after the Fourth of July is one…
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Celebrate Fourth of July in Pascagoula in-person or online
As with almost everything in 2020, Fourth of July fireworks might look a bit different this year. In Pascagoula, they are providing multiple ways for their residents to watch the shows. Main Street Pascagoula will be hosting their annual Independence…
Fourth of July fireworks around the Coast
Many people across the country are getting ready to celebrate their biggest Fourth of July holiday yet to ease some 2020 stress. Here on the Coast there are still ways to do so despite coronavirus concerns. Starting Friday, July 3rd…
Fireworks ignite debris in garbage can
The last 24 hours have been non-stop for fire crews across the Coast. Harrison County Fire Marshal Pat Sullivan says his department has kept busy responding to fires related to fireworks. Shortly after 2 a.m., fire units were called to…
Firework stands staying busy
With the clock ticking down on 2019, the people of the Coast are preparing to light up the sky to celebrate the New Year. Fireworks are flying off the shelves at Snap, Krackle, Pop Fireworks in Biloxi ahead of the…
Setting off fireworks: is it legal?
Do you have plans to set off fireworks tomorrow for New Year’s Eve? If so, you might want to listen up. News 25’s Kristen Anzuini tells us where you can and cannot set off fireworks legally. This New Year’s Eve,…
New Year’s Pet Safety
While the upcoming New Year’s Holiday is a time for celebration, it can also be a scary time for your pet. The Humane Society of South Mississippi says to make sure all pets are secured either inside or in a…
Firework sales on the Coast
For those of you ready to light up the sky in style on New Year’s Eve, there are plenty of firework choices for you here on the Coast. Virginia Anderson with the ‘Snap, Crackle, Pop’ Fireworks Tent in Biloxi says…
Star-Spangled Cleanup
With the Fourth of July finally wrapped up, Mississippi Coastal Cleanup is making it a point to help clean our beaches. For the third year in a row, the Star-Spangled Cleanup is helping tidy up the beaches of Harrison and…
Keeping your pet safe on the Fourth of July
Fireworks are a longstanding Fourth of July tradition. However, for some pets, the loud noises are not a reason to celebrate, they are a reason to panic. On and around Fourth of July, local shelters see an increase of animals…
Last minute firework sales
While Fourth of July festivities are just getting underway, people are making last minute preparations to celebrate in style. Firework tents and businesses across the Coast have kicked into high gear over the past few weeks in preparation for the…
Annual Beach Firework Celebration in Ocean Springs
It is Fourth of July eve and that means the fireworks are already starting to fly. Some coastal communities are starting the celebration early. News 25’s Victoria Bailey is in Ocean Springs with more.
Fourth of July celebration in Ocean Springs
If you want to get a head start on your Independence Day celebration, Ocean Springs is the place to be! The city’s annual fireworks display takes place tonight at 8:45. Fireworks will be launched from a barge in the water…
Where to shoot fireworks in Harrison County
Fourth of July wouldn’t be the same without fireworks, but of course there’s a time and place for those interested in having your own fireworks display. According to the ‘Fireworks Ordinance’ of the Harrison County Board of Supervisors, you aren’t…
Annual Fourth of July Fireworks Display in Biloxi
With the Fourth of July approaching, the City of Biloxi is preparing for their annual fireworks display. The decades-long tradition will get started on Thursday around 9 p.m. from a barge inside Deer Island. Hosted by the City of Biloxi…
Fireworks and PTSD: Being Cautious to Veterans
Fireworks play a huge role in the Fourth of July festivities in South Mississippi. However, for some of our veterans on the Coast, fireworks can take a toll. The loud booming sounds can trigger those suffering from post-traumatic stress disorder…
Fireworks on the beach
Cities along the Coast will be lighting the night sky come Thursday to celebrate the Fourth of July. Plenty of people take the holiday to light up a few themselves. Harrison County allows fireworks on their beaches, there are a…
Fireworks around the Coast
Here is a schedule of all the firework shows around the Coast this week! Wednesday, July 3rd: Ocean Springs: Fireworks and fun at Fort Maurepas Park and Front Beach. DJ will begin playing at 6 p.m. and fireworks start at…
Fireworks prove hazardous for pets: HSSM implores pet owners to act with care
As residents begin planning their Fourth of July celebrations, The Humane Society of South Mississippi (HSSM) is putting out a plea asking that animals be kept in mind, as there is often an increase of lost pets following the Fourth…
Fourth of July fire safety
You can almost smell the grilled hot dogs and fireworks as we are getting very close to the Fourth of July. So, as we approach our nation’s birthday, fire safety should also be on our minds. Gulfport Fire Department says…
4TH OF JULY: Ocean Springs Independence Day Fireworks Display
The city's annual fireworks display is set to take place on Wednesday, July 3rd.They'll be lighting up the skies at about 8:45 pm.
Firework safety and pets
As you are lighting up the sky tonight with those fireworks be sure to keep your pets in mind. Valerie Katz with the Humane Society of South Mississippi says the loud noises and bright lights that come from fireworks can…
Fireworks can trigger PTSD
Tonight, millions will celebrate the countdown to the New Year with family, friends, and fireworks. For some people, like veterans, the loud booming can spark something much deeper. The sound of fireworks often triggers memories of war for those who…
Shooting fireworks for the New Year
Christmas celebrations are transitioning to New Year’s celebrations and that means many residents will be shooting off fireworks next week. Soon the night sky across South Mississippi will be lit up with fireworks as New Year’s celebrations ring in 2019.…