Queen Creek’s annual Fourth of July fireworks event will be held at Schnepf Farms in beginning at 5 p.m. Saturday.
Heavy traffic is expected in the area of Schnepf Farms. Motorists not planning to attend the event are advised to use alternate routes of travel and avoid the following areas:
• Rittenhouse Road between Ocotillo and Combs/Riggs roads
• Cloud Road between Ellsworth and Rittenhouse roads
• Combs Road between Rittenhouse and Gantzel/Ironwood roads
• Empire Boulevard between Ellsworth and Gary roads
• Gary Road between Combs Road and Empire Boulevard
Motorists are advised not to park along the shoulders or stop in the street in these areas to view the fireworks at any time. Sheriff’s deputies will be patrolling these areas and directing motorists to move their vehicles. Anyone wishing to view the fireworks should park in designated areas within the event venue.
Motorists are cautioned to obey all signing and directions from law enforcement, and to be patient before and after the event.
If you have questions regarding July 4 traffic, contact the Queen Creek Traffic Hotline at (480) 358-3132 or traffic@queencreek.org.
