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 Virginia Western’s new NC3 Leadership School designation means certificate programs with national recognition Gene Marrano July 2, 2026 A Local Wealth Management Firm has Achieved National Recognition Emma Thomas July 2, 2026 As Roanoke Arts Commission crafts “Plan 26,” they ask residents to weigh in via an arts and culture survey online Gene Marrano July 1, 2026