Halifax: Bonfire night can pose risk to pets and home

Home and pet owners are urged to ensure they are properly covered with Bonfire night fast-approaching.

Many people hold private parties and are often unaware of the risks they are exposing their guests and themselves to when providing bonfire and firework entertainment.

Vicky Emmott at Halifax General Insurance explained that the presence of “explosives” means there is more potential than any other time of the year for “terrible accidents”.

“It is important to double check your insurance to ensure you are covered for fire damage to property, personal liability, and garden damage,” she continued.

“Those with cats and dogs may also want to consider pet insurance to protect their furry friends from the potential dangers of Bonfire Night.”

Research by Halifax has revealed that nearly 6 million people in the UK use lethal accelerants to get their bonfires going quickly, posing extreme health and safety risk to those present.

Post Office Home Insurance found that the most common insurance claims resulting from November 5th include, fires spreading to outhouses or homes, smashed windows, garden damage and personal liability for injury to guests or neighbours.

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