Iconic British beach considers using water cannons after surge in tourist fires and BBQs
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An iconic British beach is considering the use of water cannons to deal with a recent surge in tourist fires and barbecues.Residents in Anglesey are calling for the drastic action, which would see the deployment of water-cannon drones, following fresh incidents of visitors igniting illegal fires at the beach adjacent to protected woodland.The latest controversy erupted after beachgoers were photographed lighting a fire on Traeth Llanddwyn, situated beside Newborough Forest nature reserve, prompting fury among the local community.The beauty spot has seen visitor numbers surge in recent years, driven by social media exposure and its regular appearance on rankings of Britain's finest coastal destinations.
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TRENDING Stories Videos Your Say While most tourists respect the area, a minority continue to disregard regulations designed to protect the sensitive environment from fire damage.Open fires and barbecues are prohibited throughout the beach and woodland, with the sole exception being a...
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