Volunteers Conduct Post-July 4th Cleanups in El Paso, Volusia Counties

Following Fourth of July celebrations, communities in El Paso County, Texas, and Volusia County, Florida, have mobilized cleanup efforts to address the significant litter left behind. In El Paso, Sheriff Oscar Ugarte commended detention officers and inmate trustees for volunteering to clean trash near Red Sands, while County Commissioner Jackie Butler called for further community participation to combat illegal dumping and emphasized safety concerns related to alcohol and ATV use. Law enforcement in El Paso intensified patrols under the Safe Streets Operation to crack down on impaired driving and reckless behavior, particularly at Red Sands, a popular but risky celebration spot. Meanwhile, in Volusia County, volunteers collected about 50 pounds of fireworks debris at Winterhaven Park beach, with officials highlighting the dangers such litter poses to local wildlife. Both counties are encouraging ongoing volunteerism, with Volusia promoting upcoming large-scale cleanup events. These coordinated efforts reflect a broader commitment to environmental stewardship and public safety following holiday festivities.