I have seen many wonderful fireworks displays but given all the problems associated with letting off fireworks perhaps it's time to "bring in the drones? instead.
Patriotic Drone Light Show Offers Eco-Friendly Alternative to Fireworks |
| Fireworks have always been a monumental part of Fourth of July celebrations, dating all the way back to 1777 — the first anniversary of America’s independence. Nearly 250 years later, an island city on the Gulf Coast of Texas is celebrating with a patriotic drone showinstead. The drones will allow Galveston to still have a light show, despite an outdoor burn ban that’s in place due to weather conditions. As an added bonus, it’s an eco-friendly alternative to firework displays since the drones are reusable and don’t add to pollution. While Galveston is the only coastal destination in the Lone Star State that will feature drones in a celebration, such shows have become increasingly popular at large events, utilized at both the most recent Olympics and Super Bowl. “Imagine these 200 drones will be launched out over the Gulf, they’ll be in patriotic configurations,” Mary Beth Bassett, senior public relations manager at Galveston Park Board, told FOX 26 Houston. “You can also download an app on your phone, and you can listen to patriotic music.” The quiet hum of the drones will also allow veterans with PTSD, and even animals that might be sensitive to loud sounds, to join in the celebrations. |
