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43,000 Petition to Delay Big Bear Fireworks Over Eagle Nestlings

7/4/2026

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Over 43,000 signed a petition urging Big Bear to move July 4, 2026 fireworks.
The petition cites nestling deaths of Stormy and Simba from strikes and poisoning.
Visit Big Bear plans the display near the nest of eagles Jackie and Shadow.
Friends of Big Bear Valley warns bursts could force fledglings Sandy and Luna to fly at night.
Similar wildlife concerns led to fireworks bans in Madison, Wisconsin and Long Island, New York.

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Story summary

Over 43,000 signed a petition urging Big Bear to move July 4, 2026 fireworks.
The petition cites nestling deaths of Stormy and Simba from strikes and poisoning.
Visit Big Bear plans the display near the nest of eagles Jackie and Shadow.
Friends of Big Bear Valley warns bursts could force fledglings Sandy and Luna to fly at night.
Similar wildlife concerns led to fireworks bans in Madison, Wisconsin and Long Island, New York.