Germany Reports Firework Import Surge Amid Nationwide Ban Demands

Public health experts demand stricter bans after fireworks caused five deaths and hundreds of injuries during last year's German celebrations.Recent data shows imports of pyrotechnics surged 62 percent this year despite a survey indicating only 22 percent of citizens plan to use them.Andreas Eggert and Conny Harms warned that loud explosions cause significant trauma for veterans and animals while emergency services remain under heavy strain.