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In New Orleans shooting into the air is/was considered a July 4th "tradition." That is until several people were killed or wounded by bullets returning to earth in the French Quarter and elsewhere. NOLA police are rigorous in finding irresponsible shooters. My Saudi Arabian friend's teenage son was wounded in such a manner during a party in Saudi Arabia.
It is pointless to discuss initial and terminal velocities and bullet trajectories when such "celebratory" actions threaten humans and property. As mentioned, the primary concern is responsible handling of firearms but not as a means of celebration.
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