Blackpool bonfire shut down by fire crews, spectator treated for smoke inhalation

The bonfire in Pavey Close, Marton, was shut down at around 7pm after it was deemed a danger to the public.

A fire crew from Blackpool extinguished the bonfire with two hose reels and gave first aid to a person suffering from smoke inhalation.

Ambulance crews were then called to the street and the casualty received further treatment from medics.

Lancashire Police said they did not attend the incident.

A spokesman for LFRS said: "One fire engine from Blackpool attended a large bonfire on Pavey Close in Blackpool.

"Firefighters used two hose reels to extinguish the fire and gave first aid to one casualty suffering from smoke inhalation, who was subsequently treated by ambulance crews."

North West Ambulance Service has been approached for comment.

Bonfire safety tips

- Make sure a responsible adult is in control and present at all times.

- Set the fire well away from property, overhanging trees, cables and combustible materials. Do not light near fencing or decking, especially if made out of plastic.

- Don’t use petrol, paraffin or white spirit to light bonfires. Use a taper to light and keep at arms length.

- When the bonfire is over, douse the embers with water and check the surrounding area for signs of small fires which may have been started from flying embers.

- Don’t burn household waste on your bonfire.

- Be considerate of neighbours. Smoke can be a nuisance, so try and place your bonfire where it will have least impact on those around you. Do not light bonfires near roads where the smoke could reduce visibility.

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