Some are even using the bogus claims to abuse engineers working on the network.
Merseyside Fire and Rescue Service said it was called to extinguish a 5G mast near the M57 motorway in Melling on Friday.Hundreds of social media users commented on videos of burning masts, with one writing: ‘It is time to act now. Any 5g tower in your area burn it down! Collect people and stand and fight this.
The top of the mast was significantly damaged, with charred exterior revealing exposed fibres underneath
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