Fire at Walley’s Quarry, Staffordshire HAF Programme
Written by Hitmix Local News on 5 August 2024
As we reported yesterday, a number of crews from Staffordshire Fire and Rescue attended a fire a Walleys Quarry in Silverdale on Sunday night. Crews worked tirelessly throughout the night to bring the fire under control and to minimise the impact on the local community. The main seats of the fire have been contained and two fire engines remain at the scene as crews continue damping down and dealing with hotpots. Station Manager Duncan Cole said: “Crews are continuing to work alongside site staff who are using diggers to lift sections of the waste, allowing firefighters to damp down remaining hot spots. We expect to be here for a few days yet to ensure all hot spots are fully extinguished so that the fire does not reignite.”
At the height of the incident there were six fire engines, a water carrier and a high volume pump being used to tackle the fire. Investigators attended the site yesterday to look into the cause of the fire.
Local residents are reminded to take precautions, to keep windows closed and avoid the area where possible.
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Thousands of children and young people are already enjoying a range of exciting activities this summer as part of Staffordshire’s Holiday Activity and Food (HAF) programme.
The scheme continues until Friday 30 August with activities held at schools, community centres and leisure complexes across Staffordshire.
Children and young people are able to ‘pick and mix’ from a range of fun and engaging sessions on offer including sports, creative clubs, computer activities, animal care and horse riding. Providers also include a healthy hot meal for every booked place where possible.
Bookings remain open for over 21,000 eligible children aged between five to 16 who receive free school meals. Eligible children can book up to 16 free places each for up to four hours a day.
Parents and carers can book online via the county council website for a funded or paid place.
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