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'Don't use sky lanterns for weekly NHS clap', fire service warns

Fri, 17 Apr 2020


Emergency services on the Island are pleading with people to stop using sky lanterns in 'support of the NHS'.

The fire service say the potential damage they can cause is significant.

The lanterns, which consist of thin paper, wiring and a small candle, have been promoted by sellers for use in the Clap For Carers campaign to raise money for the NHS during the coronavirus outbreak - but have been blamed for causing serious injuries to livestock and animals.

 

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