Crowds starting to gather at San Francisco's waterfront early Thursday afternoon to stake out space to watch the city's big fireworks show over the bay.Fourth of July celebrations were in full swing at Pier 39, where hundreds of people have gathered over the course of the day to get ready for the fireworks display.One of the best spots to enjoy the festivities is Luau Lounge, where we met Jazmin and Melissa.
'We love this country and how people experience and celebrate the independence here. Everyone is very patriotic. That's what we like the most!' said Monica Pinzón.The excitement doesn't stop there. Right on the pier, we met Myriam Jordan, who traveled from Sacramento to celebrate with her family after the fireworks were canceled there due to the fires.'It's gonna be crowded. It's gonna be fun. A lot of people. Fourth of July, it's a memory.