Rosanna Arquette calls for an end to use of 4th of July fireworks over environmental impact

Rosanna Arquette seized the opportunity presented by the Fourth of July holiday to call for an end to fireworks being used as the nation’s default method of celebration.

"I love fireworks but boy do they pollute the atmosphere and cause anxiety with the noise in some," she wrote. "At some point we are going to have to give up some things  for the the well-being of Mother Earth and humans to survive." Indeed, the loud booming noises created by fireworks have been a known trigger for many, particularly veterans who served in combat and may be suffering from PTSD. It is suggested the people who wish to shoot off fireworks check with their neighbors to avoid potentially causing an episode related to PTSD.