Grass fire prompts barbecue warning from fire service

Crews attended incident on Marine Drive

Fire officers are warning about the dangers of using a barbecue after a grass fire in Douglas.

Crews were called to a bush well alight on Marine Drive in Douglas yesterday afternoon.

They say to never leave a barbecue unattended, to keep a bucket of water or sand nearby for emergencies, and make sure it's cool before attempting to remove it.