Letter: Leave the fireworks to the pros

Like we’re on autopilot at this time of year, we are out buying fireworks as if it’s a requirement.It’s the way we always celebrate Independence Day — also known as the Fourth of July — a national holiday. Every year, unwanted fires, injured people and terrified pets are a result.Wouldn’t we all be much better off leaving the operation of the fireworks to the professionals who are contracted each year to stage the public extravaganzas that amaze everyone with