Cornwall Fire & Rescue Service Newsdesk

Polcoverack Lane, Coverack at 25/02/2018 20:09

Cornwall Fire and Rescue service received a call from a member of the public reporting a fire in the open near to Polcoverack Lane, Coverack. One pump from St Keverne Community Fire Station was immediately mobilised by Critical Control.

On arrival the officer in charge confirmed roughly 1 hectare of gorse fire in the area. Crews extinguished the fire using beaters and checked for hotspots.

Every year, Cornwall Fire, Rescue and Community Safety (CFRCS) Service attend many gorse/vegetation fires that are also known as wild fires. We invite responsible parties, who may be considering controlled burning to:

1. Put in place an effective burn plan.
2. Inform Critical Control Centre of intended burns, by calling 0203 162 2240.
3. Draw upon CFRCS Service knowledge.
4. Make use of limited fire and rescue service resources i.e. beaters, Landrover crew to observe specific burns.

For more information about wild fires, the rules and applying for a licence, visit our website:

Related item: http:/ /bit.ly/1XZ0MO1