TikTok user @aafiyaab had a rude awakening when they spotted red flying flames streaking across the sky outside their window. With recent news stirring fears of global conflict, they panicked, thinking it might be an aerial attack tied to WW3 rumors, and immediately called 999.

The source of the scare? Likely the Red Arrows, Britain’s Royal Air Force aerobatic team, performing a flypast over London to mark the 80th anniversary of Victory in Europe Day. Their signature red smoke trails and synchronized formations can look dramatic.

I woke up from a nap one day and looked out my window to see random red flying flames in the sky. This was in west London. I called 999 to speak to the police because I thought we was under attack due to the news regarding WW3. They said they would get back in contact but they never did. I was so scared but I didn’t get bombed I’m still alive.