Key facts
- Dozens of horses stampeded through Rome during a parade rehearsal.
- Fireworks were set off without permission by a traffic policeman.
Dozens of horses bolted through Rome during a parade rehearsal after a traffic policeman set off unauthorized fireworks. The incident injured several riders, including a 22-year-old soldier with broken ribs and a punctured lung, and approximately 15 horses.
An incident occurred in Rome during a rehearsal for Italy's Republic Day parade when unauthorized fireworks caused horses to stampede. This event highlights potential risks associated with public event preparations and the need for strict adherence to safety protocols.
An incident occurred in Rome during a rehearsal for Italy's Republic Day parade when unauthorized fireworks caused horses to stampede. This event highlights potential risks associated with public event preparations and the need for strict adherence to safety protocols.