Summary
Easton is getting flooded with fireworks complaints as statewide sales surge, leaving city officials scrambling to figure out how to keep the peace. Neighbors are losing sleep and dealing with constant noise as illegal fireworks become easier to get.
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Municipal resources are taking a hit as police and code enforcement spend extra time responding to late-night noise complaints.
Pop-up fireworks vendors and residents who enjoy backyard pyrotechnics get to celebrate without traveling out of town.
Light sleepers, pet owners, and veterans dealing with PTSD are paying the price for the constant, unexpected explosions.
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Sparks fly as Easton City Council talks firework problems - Lehigh Valley Public Media
Sparks fly as Easton City Council talks firework problems Lehigh Valley Public Media
Fireworks sales skyrocket in Pennsylvania as city tries to crack down on massive number of complaints
Fireworks sales skyrocket in Pennsylvania as city tries to crack down on massive number of complaints New York Daily News
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