City leaders urge Dodgers fans to celebrate safely at parade, rally

As thousands upon thousands of fans head to downtown Los Angeles on Friday to celebrate the World Series champion Dodgers, local law enforcement officials urge fans to enjoy the parade responsibly.

The call for safety comes after some celebrations turned chaotic on Wednesday night when the Dodgers defeated the New York Yankees 7-6 to win the World Series in six games. At least 12 arrests were made in the city of L.A. on Wednesday night in connection with “at times violent and hostile celebrations,” the Los Angeles Police Department said.

The "violent and hostile celebrations" included some looting and a MTA bus being set on fire.

L.A. Mayor Karen Bass pleaded with Dodgers fans to keep celebrations peaceful on Friday.

"I again want to urge Angelenos to celebrate responsibly," Bass said. "Violence of any kind will not be tolerated."

In a news release issued on Thursday, the LAPD set a list of guidelines for Dodgers celebrations. They included:

Overnight camping is not encouraged.

• “If You See Something, Say Something.” Report suspicious activities and packages to
  emergency authorities along the parade route.
• In case of emergency, call 9-1-1 and know the cross streets from where you are calling.
  For non-emergencies, call 1-800-ASK-LAPD (278-5273).
• Tents, sofas, and boxes of any type that can be used as stools or seats are prohibited along
  the route.
• Unoccupied chairs are prohibited and will be removed from the parade route.
• Bonfires are strictly prohibited and considered “illegal burns.”
• ALL fireworks are prohibited.
• No public areas—sidewalks, curbs, gutters, streets, or ramps—may be blocked or roped
  off.
• No ladders or scaffolding may be used as elevation for viewing the activities.
• Pets are not recommended along the parade; keep them safe at home!
• Throwing any object into the parade is not only dangerous but prohibited. Violators will
  be cited, and their property will be seized.
• Unauthorized vehicles obstructing emergency travel lanes or parked in restricted areas
  will be towed at owners’ expense. No exceptions.
• Open containers of alcohol are illegal on public streets, sidewalks, and all other public
  areas. Violators will be cited or arrested.
• No Drones.