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Germany Debates Fireworks Ban After Deadly New Year’s Eve Incidents

Calls for stricter regulations grow following five deaths, severe injuries, and illegal firework use during celebrations.

  • Five individuals died in Germany during New Year's Eve 2024 celebrations, with numerous others injured, including children, due to fireworks-related incidents.
  • Authorities are focusing on illegal fireworks, particularly powerful 'kugelbomben,' which caused significant injuries and property damage in Berlin and other areas.
  • Public support for a ban on private fireworks is growing, with a 2023 survey showing 53% of Germans favoring such a measure.
  • Countries like France, Australia, and Chile already enforce strict bans or regulations on private fireworks, offering potential models for Germany.
  • German officials are calling for enhanced border controls to curb the import of illegal fireworks, while some advocate for a nationwide ban on private pyrotechnics.
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