Hope everyone enjoyed 4th July.
Why do some US towns ban fireworks?
This seems objectionable.
Discussion
House fires.
Taking that risk every year is the demonstration of the scale of the achievement being celebrated.
Terrible effect on wildlife and pets. https://www.treehugger.com/fireworks-have-long-lasting-impact-on-wild-birds-7089635
I see it in my neighbourhood where illegal fireworks are a weekly thing. Birds are flying in droves panicked at random nighttimes.