MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, Fla. — As South Florida prepares for a busy Fourth of July holiday weekend, the Miami-Dade Sheriff’s Office is reminding residents and visitors to celebrate responsibly.

Sheriff Rosie Cordero-Stutz joined local, state and federal public safety partners Wednesday to outline safety efforts and enforcement plans ahead of the Independence Day weekend, which coincides with the nation’s 250th birthday celebration.

During the news conference, Cordero-Stutz urged the public to avoid dangerous behaviors that can quickly turn celebrations into tragedies.

The sheriff reminded drivers not to get behind the wheel after drinking, encouraged boaters to use caution on the water and warned against firing guns into the air, noting that celebratory gunfire can have deadly consequences.

“As millions of Americans gather to mark this milestone, our shared responsibility in Miami-Dade County is to help ensure those celebrations are remembered for all the right reasons,” Cordero-Stutz said.

The sheriff’s office said deputies will be working alongside local, state and federal public safety agencies throughout the holiday weekend to help keep communities safe.

Authorities are encouraging anyone celebrating Independence Day to plan ahead by designating a sober driver, following boating safety guidelines and leaving fireworks and firearms to the professionals.

Miami-Dade sheriff urges residents to celebrate Fourth of July safely

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