Amble pier cordoned off after fire

Firefighters this morning cordoned off an area of the pier at Warkworth Harbour in Amble after it was damaged by a fire.
Fire at the pier in Amble on New Year's Day. Picture by Jane Coltman.Fire at the pier in Amble on New Year's Day. Picture by Jane Coltman.
Fire at the pier in Amble on New Year's Day. Picture by Jane Coltman.

A call to alert the fire and rescue service was made at 7.53am.

The fire burnt through the wood and it has left a hole, through which the sea is visible underneath.

Police officers also attended. The fire is not believed to have been malicious.

To see a video showing the damage caused and firefighters extinguishing it and cordoning off the area, click here.