'Absolute Nightmare': RSPCA Calls for Crackdown After Bonfire Night Triggers Animal Chaos

Following Bonfire Night, the RSPCA reported a surge in animal distress calls as pets and wildlife fled from fireworks, reigniting debate over Britain’s firework traditions. (Credit: Pinterest)

As the smoke cleared from this year's Bonfire Night celebrations, animal welfare organisations across the UK reported another wave of distress calls, injured pets and traumatised wildlife. The RSPCA and independent sanctuaries said the scale of animal suffering was a 'nightmare' — and warned that unless regulations change, next year could be worse.

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