Farmers issue a bonfire night plea:
The Farmers’ Union of Wales (FUW) is urging people to remember the distress fireworks and sky lanterns can cause to livestock and pets this year.
With bonfire night fast approaching, the union is keen to wish people a great time but remind them of the dangers posed by bonfires, sky lanterns and fireworks.
FUW Deputy President Ian Rickman said: “This time of year poses many dangers to animals and children – so don’t let negligence and ignorance be the cause of a tragedy. We call on people to stick to the firework safety code at all times to minimise the risk to livestock, pets and humans.”
He said it was advisable to give neighbours a few days’ notice of a firework display, particularly if they are elderly, have young children, keep livestock or pets.
Mr Rickman added: “We also remind people that sky lanterns have been banned on all public land by all local authorities across Wales, as they pose significant dangers to livestock and are, of course, a considerable fire safety risk.”
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