Drunk drivers, illegal fireworks top concern for Portland police this holiday weekend

Portland police crack down on illegal fireworks with 4,000 reports over July 4 weekend

Portland Police intensified efforts to curb illegal fireworks during the holiday weekend as the city received nearly 4,000 reports of fireworks.

Drunk drivers, illegal fireworks top concern for Portland police this holiday weekend

PORTLAND, Ore. (KOIN) — From fireworks to protests, Portland police are preparing for everything on this Fourth of July. While many people enjoy watching the officially sanctioned fireworks show along the Willamette River on the night of the Fourth, and other areas, it's illegal for civilians to buy and use fireworks in the City of Portland. Even still, some people break this ban and illegally launch fireworks in the city. Traveler names OR…