"Is this the moon? No, it's Exmouth beach"
People are being warned that holes and trenches in the sand can quickly turn from classic holiday fun into a "body recovery job"
Last updated 1st Jul 2021
Danger warnings are being issued after people dig massive holes on Exmouth beach.
Fire crews are warning that the activity can quickly turn from classic holiday fun into a "body recovery job".
The local fire service say the holes are a "massive risk", and are too deep to have been dug by children.
Exmouth Fire Station shared this statement on their Facebook page:
"Is this the moon? No, it's Exmouth beach.
"Digging holes might be a classic beach activity for young children, but some of the holes we have seen are so deep they are definitely not dug by kids. These holes are a massive risk to both the people digging them and anyone unfortunate enough to accidentally fall down one.
"Sadly, we have been to many incidents in the past involving large holes and trenches which have quickly turned from a casualty rescue to a body recovery job. Sand is heavier than you think. You could be crushed, or suffocated. Please don’t dig deep holes.
"Please share, and help keep everyone in the community of Exmouth and those visiting us, safer."