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BBC News
01-08-2025
- General
- BBC News
Family saved by smoke alarm during Blackpool house blaze
More than 30 firefighters have tackled a blaze which gutted a house after it broke out in the Fire and Rescue Service said a smoke alarm saved the lives of the occupants of a house in Blackpool when it broke out on Thursday fire in Normoss Avenue had caused significant damage to the building, it Pauline Hutley said the community had rallied around to help as those who had escaped the fire were "distraught" by what had happened. Ms Hutley added: "The fire was scary but it was lovely to see people turn out and comfort them."Kevin Warwick from Lancashire Fire and Rescue Service said:"Thankfully the people escaped prior to our arrival."They had had fire alarms fitted which did alert the occupants."An investigation into the cause of the blaze has begun. Listen to the best of BBC Radio Lancashire on Sounds and follow BBC Lancashire on Facebook, X and Instagram. You can also send story ideas via Whatsapp to 0808 100 2230.
BBC News
13-05-2025
- Climate
- BBC News
Lancashire wildfire warning over peatland barbecues and campfires
A warning has been issued about the dangers of lighting barbecues or campfires on peatland due to the risk of sparking "uncontrollable" wildfires. Lancashire Fire and Rescue Service (LFRS) said it had tackled several blazes in remote peatland across the county, mainly sparked by disposable barbecue trays. A spokesperson said many people do not realise that, on dry ground, the heat generated by barbecues can ignite the peat below the surface. LFRS posted pictures on its Facebook page to show the aftermath of fires it had dealt with in recent days. '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. Listen to the best of BBC Radio Lancashire on BBC Sounds and follow BBC Lancashire on Facebook, X, and Instagram and watch BBC North West Tonight on BBC iPlayer.
