SAN JOSE — A months-long investigation into the possession and use of illegal fireworks throughout the city resulted in the confiscation of more than 2,700 pounds of fireworks and small mortars that are considered explosives, authorities said Friday.

Two individuals were identified for distributing illegal fireworks, and there’s a warrant out for one of the suspects, San Jose police said. Authorities said they will not identify the suspects until the individual is arrested and the investigation — which involved using social media — has concluded.

The investigation, conducted from April through June, included officials with the California State Fire Marshal’s Office and the federal Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives. It came as a response to residents’ concerns over the use of illegal fireworks in their communities.

“We recognize and have heard the community’s concerns over the dangers and nuisance that illegal fireworks cause, especially as we get closer to the Fourth of July. With these concerns in mind, our Special Operations did what they do best and responded with an extraordinary seizure,” San Jose police Chief Eddie Garcia said in a statement.

Police said they’ll continue to collaborate with other agencies to prevent the use of fireworks.

“As responders to many injuries and fires that are caused by fireworks, SJFD deeply appreciates the investigative and enforcement work put forth by our San Jose police,” San Jose fire Chief Curtis Jacobson said in a statement. “Continued vigilance by officers as well as reporting of fireworks use from our residents will help to protect lives and property — and change the way people view fireworks.”

Anyone with information is asked to contact Lt. Laurence Ryan of the San Jose Police Department’s METRO Unit at 408-277-4631. People wishing to remain anonymous can call the Crime Stoppers Tip Line, (408) 947-STOP (7867). Individuals who provide information that leads to the arrest and conviction of the suspect sought by police may be eligible for a cash reward from Silicon Valley Crime Stoppers.