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Fireworks escalation overshadows New Year's Eve 2025/2026
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New Year's Eve 2025/2026 in Germany and the Netherlands was marked by severe accidents, fires, and attacks on emergency services. Two young people died in Bielefeld from homemade pyrotechnics, with injuries and numerous fires reported. Despite a somewhat calmer course in places, authorities call for stricter regulations.
A 17-year-old boy at the time has been charged with firing a firework into a crowd celebrating New Year's on Stora Torget in Enköping earlier this year. Police saw the boy place the lit firework on the square shortly after midnight, after which it launched into the gathering. No one was injured in the incident.
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Year-end celebrations in Colombia resulted in 1,419 people injured by fireworks from December 2025 to January 2026, a 10.4% increase from the previous year. Among the victims, 428 are under 18, highlighting children's vulnerability. Health authorities urge an end to this dangerous practice.
Police in Jönköping, Sörmland and Linköping are handling hundreds of reports of fireworks and bangs on Monday evening. Authorities are struggling to respond to all calls, with issues persisting for weeks. Four youths have been detained in Åtvidaberg on suspicion of illegal use.
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Sales of New Year's Eve fireworks began on Monday, drawing long queues across Germany as customers rush to buy bangers and rockets. Many wait for hours to secure their purchases, amid ongoing debates over a potential ban. The industry association anticipates a sales increase.