'BBQs are NOT essential activities': Firefighters' plea as West Yorkshire moorland destroyed
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A disposable barbecue started a moorland fire last week, just days after fire crews had to tackle a huge blaze on Marsden moor.
The barbecue had been lit despite UK 'lockdown' measures in place urging people to stay in their homes to help fight the coronavirus.
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Hide AdWest Yorkshire Fire & Rescue shared a picture of the aftermath of a moorland fire on Facebook, warning that heading out for BBQs, picnics or to meet friends was not an essential activity.
The message said: "This is not an #AprilFools.
"This is the aftermath of a moorland fire last week.
"Heading out for BBQs, picnics & meeting friends are NOT essential activities.
"Please #StayHomeSaveLives & #BeMoorAware."