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Italian authorities investigate reports of arsonists using animals to ignite wildfires

Reports indicate that arsonists in Italy are allegedly using cats with flammable materials attached to their tails to initiate wildfires. The extent of this practice and the identity of the perpetrators remain unverified, though the incident highlights a severe escalation in criminal arson tactics affecting regional fire safety.

Independent UK2 days agoITCredibility 44%View source

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Mosaic Score4.7
Confidence0.1
Significance0.5
Source credibility0.4

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