Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. Shorebird chicks and hatchling sea turtles have yet to earn their independence. Many are just days away. The Florida Fish and ...

Florida wildlife officials are urging July Fourth beachgoers to leave personal fireworks at home and watch professional shows to protect vulnerable sea turtles and nesting shorebirds along the coast.

Lighting personal fireworks on the beach can result in fines, starting at $100 in some cities. Fireworks and other loud noises can cause shorebirds, like the threatened least tern, to abandon their ...

Venice's Fourth of July fireworks show has been moved from the South Jetty to North Brohard Beach due to hurricane damage. Concerns have been raised about the impact of the fireworks on sea turtle ...

As thousands of Floridians head to the beach for the Fourth of July holiday, the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission is reminding visitors that sea turtle and shorebird nesting season is ...

ST. JOHNS COUNTY, Fla. — St. Johns County has enforced a ban on fireworks at its beaches to protect vital habitats for nesting sea turtles and shorebirds. The Beach Code aims to preserve sensitive ...

The Downtown Pensacola and Pensacola Beach fireworks will both launch at midnight. Navarre Beach will feature a Turtle Drop and fireworks at midnight, along with live music. Free trolley service and ...

You can enjoy a municipal fireworks show to celebrate America's 250th anniversary. But if you light fireworks yourself on the beach you could face a fine. The fines vary by jurisdiction. Cities vary ...

Florida wildlife officials urge beachgoers to avoid fireworks and other disruptive activities during the Fourth of July weekend to protect nesting shorebirds and sea turtles. Loud noises and bright ...