Moorland around Manchester has been set alight by fires and barbecues repeatedly in recent years
Councils in Greater Manchester and Lancashire have gained new legal powers to find and fine people engaging in activities that could start a wildfire - including building a campfire, lighting a barbecue, and letting off fireworks.
Moorland fires are difficult to control. At the time of the Winter Hill fires in 2018, over 100 firefighters and more than 20 fire engines were tackling the blaze, supported by soldiers, volunteers from local mountain rescue teams and a helicopter from United Utilities. “Reducing the risk of wildfires demands a joined-up approach from councils, landowners, the fire service and the police, and I’m pleased to say that the ban on risky activities has been a fantastic example of different organisations working together very effectively for a common good.
“I’m pleased that all partners have been able to come together to put this Protection Order in place and that this area will now be safeguarded against fire risk in the future.” “We fully support the PSPO and will continue to work with the councils and our partners to protect Lancashire’s great outdoors so everyone can enjoy it safely.”
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