The cause of a huge fire near a nudist beach in Dorset has been revealed to be a disposable barbecue.
Wildfires have sparked across the UK as this year’s second heatwave continues.not to use disposable barbecues.
The blaze caused traffic chaos and affected an area of almost ten acres, with huge plumes of smoke seen for up to 15 miles.Huge plumes of smoke could be seen from miles away 1/2 We have been called to reports that more than 300 cars have ignored the councilâs no parking signs in Ferry Road, Studland.
‘The message is “don’t take barbecues out”. We really need to not start anything because it’s really hard for our crews to get it under control.’
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