Cornwall Fire & Rescue Service Newsdesk

Shutta Road, East Looe at 11/06/2018 22:52

At 21:30 this evening the Critical Control Centre received numerous calls regarding a fire in the open.

One appliance from Looe Fire station was mobilised. On arrival crews found an out of control bonfire and requested the attendance of another appliance. Liskeard and a whole time officer were immediately mobilised.

Firefighters made good progress using a Light Portable Pump and main jet. Crews remain on scene damping down and making up.

If you are planning a large bonfire in Cornwall, inform Cornwall Fire, Rescue and Community Safety Service before you start by dialing 0203 162 2240 and tell the Critical Control Operator:
• Your location.
• Time you intend to start burning.
• Confirm when you have finished burning.
This helps us avoid sending fire engines to false alarms when they could be responding to a real emergency.
With controlled burns, it is illegal to leave a fire unattended or to have too few people to control it. Always ensure a fire is completely out before you leave it and check next day to ensure it has not reignited.

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