Hosepipe ban prompts North Yorkshire fire safety warning
"Every small fire has the potential to grow fast in hot, dry weather so let's work together to prevent them before they start."They called on the public to take home litter, especially glass bottles and jars, avoid having bonfires and dispose of cigarettes properly.People have also been advised to keep barbecues away from sheds, hedges and fences; and not use disposable barbecues in parks, open spaces or on dry grass.The hosepipe ban came into force across the region on Friday, with water bosses saying they expect in to last until winter.The restrictions mean more than five million householders have been barred from using hosepipes for activities such as watering the garden, washing the car or filling a paddling pool.
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