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Beach Cleaner Loses Hand in Firework Blast — Police Warn

7/12/2026

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Jason Turner lost his hand when a firework exploded while he was cleaning beach trash on July 5 at Crescent City.
He is recovering at UC Davis Medical Center and also suffers partial vision and hearing loss, with permanence unclear.
His daughter said he remained upbeat and was grateful it was not a child or a dog.
Police advise anyone who finds suspicious items to keep distance and contact authorities.

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Jason Turner lost his hand when a firework exploded while he was cleaning beach trash on July 5 at Crescent City.
He is recovering at UC Davis Medical Center and also suffers partial vision and hearing loss, with permanence unclear.
His daughter said he remained upbeat and was grateful it was not a child or a dog.
Police advise anyone who finds suspicious items to keep distance and contact authorities.