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Fire Alert Issued for North York Moors

Sunday, 8 May 2022 07:00

By Matthew Pells

People visiting the North York Moors are being asked to be particularly vigilant as recent dry conditions have led to an increased risk of moorland and forest fires.

A Fire Alert has been issued for the North York Moors National Park.

The Park Authority say a lack of rainfall has led to heather and bracken becoming extremely dry.

They've now put up fire risk warning signs at sites across the Park.

Dave Winspear from North Yorkshire Fire and Rescue says the risk of fire is very real.

The National Park's Rangers are keen to stress that whilst the area can still be enjoyed safely, extra vigilance is required, and fires and barbecues are prohibited.

Senior Ranger, Bernie McLinden, said:

“Past experience has shown us that under these types of conditions, moorland fires can spread extremely quickly causing significant damage to the landscape and its wildlife.

“Please do enjoy the North York Moors, but do not light fires or barbecues and do not discard cigarettes, matches or glass bottles, including throwing cigarette ends out of car windows.”

"It is not unprecedented for fires to occur at this time of year and the majority of moorland fires can be prevented so we would urge people to take extra care when visiting the National Park while the fire risk signs are in place."

If people see a fire, they should report it quickly to the fire service by dialling 999. The period for controlled heather burning on the North York Moors ended on 15 April, which means any sighted fires will be wildfire.

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