Firefighters were called to deal with a blaze which was started by a campsite fire over the weekend.
On Saturday Peel fire station responded to a field on fire in the Patrick area which was due to a campsite fire being left unattended.
The fire service’s advice is:
Wildfires
Be careful not to drop a match or smoldering cigarette in the countryside at any time of year. Dispose of cigarettes and matches carefully and responsibly
Open Fires
When camping in the countryside, if you must have an open fire:
Camp fires should be set downwind
Do not leave fires unattended
Make sure that fires are fully extinguished after use
Grass and forest fires spread rapidly
Never throw cigarette ends out of car window. They could start a fire and ruin surrounding countryside
Don’t leave bottles or glass in woodlands. Sunlight shining through glass can start a fire. Take them home or put them in a waste or recycling bin
Barbecues
Take care to follow any local rules about using barbecues in the countryside.
Never leave a barbecue unattended
Take great care when disposing of the ashes
Always keep a bucket of water or sand nearby for emergencies
If a fire should breakout:
Call the fire and rescue service and give the exact location.
If necessary give a map reference. If this is not possible a landmark such as a farm or pub etc.