Watch your pets when the fireworks start Gene Marrano July 3, 2017 1 minute read Independence Day festivities often include things that make lots of noise – and some pets react badly as WFIR’s Gene Marrano reports: Share: Post navigation Previous: Safety expert urges residents to use caution when dealing with fireworks during Fourth of July.Next: Now showing on Facebook live: Roanoke City Council Related Stories Whit Babcock announces retirement from athletics director role at Virginia Tech Clark Palmer April 23, 2026 Calling all heroes: TAP asks for donations for its Superhero Kids Counseling Program Emma Thomas April 23, 2026 Roanoke Fashion Week Returns Emma Thomas April 22, 2026