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World Cup Fans: Celebrate Smart
England’s World Cup match falls during a heatwave—and paramedics are sounding the alarm. With alcohol, crowds, and extreme heat combining, emergency calls are surging, especially alcohol-fueled assaults up 50% from last time. Ambulance crews are stretched thin, urging fans to use NHS 111 or pharmacies for non-emergencies, and to dial 999 only for true emergencies. They’re also warning that drugs and alcohol are linked to 40% of violent incidents—and crews face abuse. Violence against staff won’t be tolerated. So cheer smart: hydrate, pace your drinks, and look out for each other. Let’s end…
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