Police patrols stepped up following fires in the dunes at Southport

Following the two fires in the dunes at Southport this week, we continue to work with Merseyside Fire & Rescue Service and @Green_Sefton to try and identify those responsible. Firefighters tackle Ainsdale sand dunes blaze The Sefton Coastline is a ‘no-barbecue’ zone. Together we will be actively discouraging people from taking barbecues to the beach and other dune areas, such as the Jubilee Trail and the old sandworks, where groups have been seen gathering. The risk of fire spreading is high, due to the long period of hot and dry weather. In addition, where groups are gathered, there may be … Continue reading Police patrols stepped up following fires in the dunes at Southport