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Aug 2020
Drop in number of deliberate fires across Harrogate district
The number of deliberate fires started across the Harrogate district has halved this summer compared to the same time last year.
Data from North Yorkshire Fire and Rescue Service has revealed there were 17 deliberate fires during June, July and August this year, down 50% from last year's 35 recorded incidents.
However, the fire service has urged people to think about their actions, emphasising that the time spent dealing with a deliberate fire is taken from someone who may be in danger.
A spokesman for North Yorkshire Fire and Rescue Service said:
The fire service believes some of the fires could have been started by young people. It has offered advice to parents to ensure that, as the summer holidays continue, children stay safe. It said:
- Fire spreads quickly and can be unpredictable.
- Playing with fire in the home or garden can have serious unintended consequences.
- Fires outside can easily get out of control and cause damage to woodland, moorland and wildlife.
Parents can get confidential advice by calling 0800 074 0064 or emailing safeguarding@northyorksfire.gov.uk.
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