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Gunshots or Fireworks Sound Confusion | Macon News
Ever hear a loud bang and wonder if it’s gunfire or fireworks? Here’s the breakdown: both can hit 120-140 decibels, so sound alone won’t tell you. Gunfire is sharper, lower-pitched, and comes in quick, mechanical bursts with silence between shots. Fireworks are sporadic, often preceded by crackles or whistles, and leave visible smoke trails. If you see sky and hear a bang with no smoke or light? That’s a red flag for gunfire. Modern guns use smokeless powder, so little smoke is visible. Law enforcement is getting smarter too—Columbus PD uses gunshot detection tech synced with cameras to…
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