Sounds like it’s an international issue for many - a neighborhood fireworks arms race. I’ve never seen professional grade fireworks sold to laypersons before like they are now, even a few years ago. And now it seems that some are made just to be...
If drones are in use, then I'd imagine they're being operated by law enforcement agencies in the affected area. Probably not a welcoming environment for well-meaning amateur pilots.
I wouldn't want someone to accuse me of impersonating law enforcement and I realize the law says you have to have intent meaning the "victim" cannot just assume you are law enforcement and then complain later; however, few years ago I purchased...
Purchase, sale, and use of all fireworks is completely illegal here.
Doesn't stop them one bit.
They buy them illegally well in advance in Mexico, and smuggle them across the border.
Something about a perceived addendum to the 2nd Amendment...