Dylan Connell

North Yorkshire Mayor David Skaith welcomed the UK government’s temporary ban on disposable barbecues in England, Scotland and Wales during a period of hot, dry weather and elevated wildfire risk. He cited the severe damage caused by last year’s Langdale Moor fire and called for retailers in York and North Yorkshire to stop selling disposable barbecues permanently. York Outer MP Luke Charters also supported the measure, pointing to recent fires near York and on the North York Moors, while urging people to use common sense outdoors until conditions improve.

Two fire crews from York and Acomb were called to Tower Street near Clifford’s Tower after a report of a tree on fire with young people in it. North Yorkshire Fire and Rescue Service searched the area but found neither a fire nor anyone in a tree, concluding that the report was probably a hoax call.

A person was injured and trapped in a vehicle after a two-vehicle crash on Sutton Road in Wigginton, York. Firefighters from York and Huntington cut the occupant free using hydraulic equipment before handing them over to ambulance crews. Firefighters also monitored the second vehicle because it was electric.

Northern expects extreme heat, with temperatures reaching 33C, to affect rail reliability through York and across parts of Yorkshire, Greater Manchester and the North West. The operator plans to run fewer trains between York and Leeds via Harrogate on Thursday, August 13, warning that journeys may take longer and some services may be cancelled. Passengers are advised to check their journeys before travelling, while affected tickets can be used on specified alternative Northern, TransPennine Express, CrossCountry, East Midlands Railway, West Midlands Trains, London Northwestern and LNER services. Northern customers unable to travel because of the weather may also use their tickets on Friday or Saturday.

A hedge fire spread to a derelict farm building on Bishopdyke Road in Sherburn in Elmet, near Selby, North Yorkshire. Firefighters were called shortly before 3:40 p.m. on Monday, August 10, and reported that the blaze measured 15 by 5 metres and caused less than 10% damage to the building. The fire was deemed accidental and was extinguished using hose-reel jets and a thermal imaging camera.

Two vehicles crashed on the A19 at Bridforth near Thirsk shortly before 11:10 a.m. on Monday, August 10. Everyone had exited the vehicles before firefighters arrived. North Yorkshire Fire and Rescue Service made the scene safe and moved one vehicle, then left the incident with police and a recovery company.

North Yorkshire Police released a photograph of a person they want to question about a theft at the Spark venue in Piccadilly, York, reported at 5:30 p.m. on June 25. Anyone who recognises the person is asked to contact police via 101 or email, quoting the incident reference.

An amber heat health alert has been issued for York from Tuesday to Friday as temperatures are forecast to rise from 23C to 33C before cooling. The UK Health Security Agency warns of significant impacts on health and social care services and advises people to stay hydrated, avoid the hottest part of the day, keep indoor spaces cool and check on vulnerable people. Dry conditions are expected to avoid the need for a rare amber or red dangerous-heat alert from the Met Office, while clear skies may allow viewing of an historic solar eclipse. The heat is occurring amid drought conditions across much of England and Wales, recent heatwaves, wildfires and record-breaking temperatures in Europe and globally.

Six fire crews from across North and East Yorkshire responded to a large fire in a stubble field in Hunmanby, near Filey. Firefighters and farmers worked together to surround and control the blaze, which spread to several bale stacks. The incident followed another large field fire near Malton the previous night, where farm machinery was used to create fire breaks.

Ark House has opened the Akron Suite, a new lecturing and counselling building at its addiction-rehabilitation site in Scarborough. The expansion is part of wider investment that includes a £17,000 kitchen renovation and extensions to existing rooms. Singer Kavana attended the opening and praised the facility's support for people recovering from drug and alcohol addiction, while director Chris Long said the new premises would enable the multidisciplinary team to provide personalised, evidence-based care to more people.

A Mercedes overturned after a collision on Lowfield Lane in Scrayingham, North Yorkshire. Firefighters freed the driver, who was trapped by the seatbelt but was reported to be unharmed.

A train carriage at York railway station was evacuated after smoke was reported onboard shortly after 3:50 p.m. Firefighters from Acomb and York found a minor area of smoke in a toilet, isolated the carriage’s power and declared the area safe. No injuries were reported.

Dozens of Georgian-period reenactors and festival attendees paraded from Clifford’s Tower to York Mansion House, where dancers performed Regency dances in St Helen’s Square ahead of a masquerade ball. Visitors praised the experience of wearing historic clothing and the welcoming atmosphere, while organizers reported high attendance at the Mansion House and related events. The festival also featured talks, tours, performances and discussions of Georgian history, including Anne Lister, women and the justice system, and correspondence between Ignatius Sancho and Laurence Sterne.

A fire in a unit on Queen Street in Scarborough was brought under control by firefighters, but Queen Street remained closed at its junction with Elders Street. Market Street and nearby pavements were also closed while emergency services worked at the scene. Police urged people to avoid the area, although traffic could still access Friar’s Way and a local market continued operating.

A man reportedly carrying a knife and threatening to harm himself and others was arrested at a property in the Langthorpe area of Boroughbridge. After assessment by a mental health professional, he was detained under the Mental Health Act and transferred to hospital for treatment and support. North Yorkshire Police said the investigation remains ongoing but there is no wider threat to the public.

A fire between Huddersfield and Leeds caused delays, cancellations and diversions for passengers travelling to York, with trains operating at reduced speeds. TransPennine Express expected disruption to continue until 12:45 p.m. and allowed passengers with cancelled services to use TransPennine Express, Northern or LNER trains within a two-hour window. The disruption followed a second day of rail problems caused by a power outage across the Midlands and north-west England, although Network Rail said most operators were returning to full service.

North Yorkshire Police are seeking information about a man following an incident involving a dog described as dangerously out of control at North Yorkshire Water Park near Scarborough on July 12 at approximately 12:15 p.m. Anyone with information is asked to contact police via 101 or email, quoting reference 12260132376.

Two people suffered minor injuries after being bitten by an out-of-control dog in East Ayton near Scarborough. North Yorkshire Police used a taser to safely contain the dog, which was taken to secure kennels and reported to be fit and uninjured. Police said there was no ongoing risk to the wider public, while the owner is assisting the investigation and witnesses are being asked to contact police.