Rhein on flames: Animal protection association warns of the consequences of fireworks

Fireworks on "Rhine on Flames" ensures controversy: Animal rights activists are calling for a prohibition

Bonn - The traditional event "Rhein in Flames", which took place last weekend, triggered discussions again. In particular, the animal protection group led by Stefan Bröckling, the chairman of the Tiereotruf e.V., expresses sharp criticism of the fireworks and its effects on the animal world.

In an emotional video, Bröckling explains the consequences of the fireworks after presenting the image of a dead swan. He is convinced that the panicked reactions of the birds led to fatal collisions with obstacles such as power lines. His message is clear: animal welfare must have priority and he announces that it is against the repeat of this spectacle next year.

The dramatic pictures of frightened birds that flee from the fiery lights illustrate the dangers that such events have. Bröckling speaks of an emotional dullness of the people who enjoy fireworks while the animals suffer. His criticism is also aimed at the Mayor of Bonn, who celebrated the final of the fireworks on social media without pointing out the possible consequences for the wildlife.

The city of Bonn reacted to the allegations and emphasizes that animal protection is important to them. She points out that measures to reduce the strain on the animal world have already been taken, such as reducing the duration of the fireworks and the introduction of a drone show that is to reduce the stress. It is also mentioned that ornithologists will examine the effects of the fireworks on the birds next year.

The problem is not new; Media already reported similar incidents in the previous year, in which swans and geese are panicked by the fireworks. The question arises how tradition and the protection of the wildlife can be agreed and whether there are long -term solutions that do justice to the two sides.