Today one of the watches from Exmouth Fire Service came down to the beach in their fire engine to offer safety advise along with the RNLI Lifeguards and Exmouth Beach Rescue Volunteer Club to members of the public on the beach with Barbeques. Hot barbeques can present a few dangers. Some of which have occurred at Exmouth.
People often dispose of their barbeques in the nearest bin, which then promptly sets on fire! Do not put hot barbeques in any bin! If you do see any smoke coming from any of the bins call 999 and ask for the Fire Service. Barbeques should also not be used on the dry grass around the dunes which could easily catch alight.
Other dangers associated with barbeques is people getting burnt. People are normally quiet careful of the barbeque its self but the sand around and under the barbeque its self can be very very hot and cause bad burns.
If you do get burnt on the beach seek the attention of the Lifeguards and we will come to you assistance and call for an Ambulance if required.
We are lucky in Exmouth that on the Maer there are designated barbeque areas that have raised metal barbeque platforms which are a good way to have a barbeque in a public space.
Stay safe, happy barbequing while the weather is good!
