Bonfire spreads to trees and fences in Luton during busy weekend for fire service
Fire crews were out battling blazes involving out of control bonfires in Luton at the weekend during the hot weather.
Crews from Dunstable were called to a garden in Kensworth at around 4.30pm yesterday (Sunday) after a barbecue gas cylinder set alight.
Around 8pm, a crew were sent to Riddy Lane to reports of a bonfire out of control.
And just 10 minutes later, another bonfire had spread to nearby trees, fencing and an outbuilding in Saint Lawrence Avenue, Luton. The fire service is again warning people about fire safety as the heatwave returns.
The service said: “Don’t be fooled, the hot summer temperatures are well and truly back this coming week, so we’re reminding everyone how to stay safe across Bedfordshire.
“Ditch the bonfires, disposable BBQs and fireworks.
“Take extra care with BBQs in your garden and have a bucket of water at the ready.
“Stay safe around water. There can be hidden hazards and cold water shock can still happen.
“Take your rubbish home. Glass bottles can easily cause fires in grassy areas.”