Most Americans welcome a fireworks show on July 4th, the nation’s Independence Day. Many also enjoy them on New Year’s Day and in private celebrations. As a nightly event, however, the explosions are not so well received. But that is exactly what Americans in many cities across the country have reported experiencing over the last several weeks. Some people are angry about the fireworks and want them to stop. Some want to know who is responsible and want them to stop. Some people are afraid of what the nightly explosions might mean and want them to stop.