Category : Search result: fireworks fatalities


Government Rejects UK Fireworks Ban Petition

The UK government has responded to calls for a public fireworks ban, stating it has no plans to outlaw sales but is promoting responsible use. Over 180,000 people signed the petition.

Peru bus crash kills 37 in ravine plunge

At least 37 dead after a passenger bus falls 200m into a ravine in southern Peru. The tragic incident highlights the country's ongoing road safety crisis. Read the full report.

Keep Pets Calm During Fireworks: Expert Tips

Veterinary experts reveal essential strategies to protect your anxious pets during Guy Fawkes celebrations. From sound therapy to safe spaces, discover how to ensure your furry friends stay stress-free.

Labour MP demands plain packaging for fireworks

Senior Labour MP Sarah Champion is calling for supermarket bosses to implement cigarette-style plain packaging for fireworks in a radical bid to prevent them being sold as entertainment products.

India Bus Crash Kills 21 in Telangana

Tragedy strikes in India's Telangana state as a packed bus collides with a concrete mixer truck, leaving 21 dead and multiple injured in one of the region's worst road accidents this year.

Multiple Fatalities in Mexico Shop Fire Tragedy

A devastating blaze at a commercial establishment in northern Mexico has resulted in numerous fatalities, with authorities investigating the cause of the tragedy that has shocked the local community.

Slow drivers killed 19 in decade - shock data

Exclusive investigation uncovers how excessively slow driving has caused more fatalities than speeding on UK roads, with 19 deaths and hundreds injured over ten years.

Birmingham bus firework attack: Nine arrested

Disturbing video captures the moment a packed Birmingham bus was deliberately targeted with fireworks in a reckless attack that endangered passengers. West Midlands Police confirm nine arrests following the terrifying incident.

Florida drunk driver jailed for fatal DUI crash

A Florida man has been sentenced to prison after driving drunk and causing a fatal crash that claimed the life of a 23-year-old woman. The devastating incident serves as a stark reminder about the dangers of drink-driving.

Delhi defies fireworks ban as Diwali pollution soars

Despite Supreme Court restrictions, Delhi residents ignited fireworks during Diwali celebrations, triggering dangerous air pollution levels and reviving debates about environmental enforcement in India's capital.

Page 2 of 4