Cornwall Fire & Rescue Service Newsdesk

Pontsmill, Par at 24/10/2025 23:05

An appliance from Lostwithiel was mobilised to a report of a large unattended bonfire at 21:50 this evening. On arrival the crew confirmed that there was a large unattended fire measuring approximately 8 x 15 meters that was spreading to surrounding bushes and a fibreglass boat. Firefighters used breathing apparatus and hose reels to extinguish the fire.

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Related item: https://www.cornwall.gov.uk/fire-and-rescue-service/keeping-safe/fire-safety/fire-safety-outdoors/bonfires/