Lancashire wildfire warning over peatland barbecues and campfires
'Pack a picnic'
The spokesperson said heat can "linger" beneath the surface, even though people think they have extinguished their barbecues and campfires before leaving the area."Later, as temperatures rise or the wind picks up, that hidden fire can flare up and ignite surrounding grass and vegetation, spreading fast and far before anyone can react."The fire service urged people to "pack a picnic" instead before visiting peatland areas.
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