Overview
- The city launched a rare fireworks show from the Golden Gate Bridge on Saturday that lasted about 15 minutes but much of the display was swallowed by summer marine fog.
- Roughly 100,000 people gathered along waterfront parks and piers, and the large crowd overwhelmed planned transport routes and special Muni shuttles.
- SFMTA reported significant delays and overcrowding on event shuttles and is now analyzing ridership and delay data to inform future planning.
- Emergency services and private operators also faced strain: several Waymo vehicles were disrupted and one robotaxi caught fire after running over a small firework, contributing to traffic blockages.
- The event shut down major roads and parking around Fisherman’s Wharf, the Embarcadero and the Presidio, and city leaders say follow-up debriefs will examine what changes are needed for safety, logistics and undisclosed costs.