Fire and rescue service in plea to warn them of bonfire plans in advance
People lighting large bonfires during a spell of dry weather are being urged to contact the fire service first - to prevent unnecessary call-outs from worried passersby.
Firefighters from Shrewsbury responded to telephone calls from the public about a fire just off the A5 near the Emstrey Island at 11.30am on Monday.
When the fire crew arrived they found that it was a false alarm and controlled burning was underway, and advice was given to the occupier to inform fire control prior to lighting bonfires.
The Shropshire Fire and Rescue Service also gave out general advice on bonfires: Build bonfires well clear of buildings and never use flammable liquids to start the fire; Before you light the bonfire, check that children and animals are not hiding inside and are a safe distance away; Don't leave bonfires unattended; Don't light bonfires in unsuitable weather conditions.
