I HATE people setting off fireworks near homes and people. They are very dangerous and should be left to professionals in environments where the proper precautions have been taken (or should be done so far out in the 'middle of nowhere' that only the people doing it are at risk). I have seen the safety measures they have in places like Disney World in any areas where there is any chance of something falling. So, I cringe when I see large fireworks being set off by Joe Anybody in the middle of a neighborhood with houses and people and pets. And, there is also the terror they cause for our pets and even for wildlife. Setting of fireworks is illegal in a lot of cities, but they turn a blind eye for special holidays. I just hate it... especially when the people doing it decide it's cool to keep doing it well into the night.