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Charity and Fire Brigade concern over rocketing fire incidents
Safety charity RoSPA has issued a fireworks warning ahead of Bonfire Night, after official figures showed a 42% increase in incidents this time last year compared to 2023. “Organised displays remain the safest option,” says the Royal Society for the … Continue reading
Charity appeals for reforms to reduce pets’ Fearworks Night
Fireworks can be fun. But pet owners are only too aware of the misery that the rockets and fire crackers of Bonfire Night, Diwali and other wintertime celebrations can cause for their cherished pets. Which is why the RSPCA has … Continue reading
Posted in Activities, Charity, RSPCA
Tagged Bonfire Night, Diwali, Fearworks Night, fireworks, Fireworks Night, London Fire Brigade, RSPCA
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Fire Brigade appeals: don’t stage firework displays at home
Croydon Fire Station to stage special Bonfire Night event on November 8 adapted for those with SEND London Fire Brigade is urging the public to attend organised fireworks displays instead of hosting their own, following a six-year high in emergency … Continue reading
Posted in London Fire Brigade
Tagged Bonfire Night, Croydon Fire Station, Diwali, fireworks, LFB, London Fire Brigade, Waddon
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Diwali festival of light set to brighten up the Whitgift Centre
The Whitgift shopping centre is inviting Croydon residents to join in the festivities as they celebrate Diwali, the Festival of Light, on Saturday November 4. Diwali is one of the most significant festivals in Hinduism, symbolising the triumph of light … Continue reading
Posted in Business, Centrale, Church and religions, Whitgift Centre
Tagged Centrale, Diwali, Whitgift Centre
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Purley home offers care advice for elderly over fireworks
A care home in Purley has shared its top tips for supporting those living with dementia ahead of Bonfire Night and Diwali, which are both taking place later this week. While a fun tradition for many, the sound of fireworks … Continue reading
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Tagged Amberley Lodge, Bonfire Night, Diwali, Purley
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Dog trainer’s 10 top tips to keep pets calm during fireworks
We are approaching the time of year when it seems fireworks pop off into our skies every evening. Expert DAN SALLISS offers his tips for keeping your pet calm amid the noisy rockets and bangers With Diwali (the week from … Continue reading
