Over 70% of some 140 people who responded to The Times’ question: “Do you prefer fireworks or a drone show for the Fourth of July?” said they preferred drones.

Ojai 4th of July Fireworks Show: Gates open, 5:30 p.m. Live music by Power On, 6 p.m. Fireworks, 9:15 p.m. Bring a blanket or low-back chair. No alcohol, glass or pets. Tickets at the gate $15; $7 children. Nordhoff High School, 1401 Maricopa Highway, Ojai. Details: 4thofjulyinojai.com

Many cities across Southern California are deciding whether to launch fireworks or drones into the sky this Fourth of July. One of the West Coast's largest fireworks shows, AmericaFest at the Rose Bowl,