South Lakes Police have warned people about the dangers of starting deliberate fires.

Police have been made aware of four young teens starting a fire at the rear of the old Arnside boat house at around 8pm on August 1.

In a post shared on their social media page, police said: "This could have had devastating consequences if it wasn't for the intervention of a local resident.

"Fires are a danger to people, wildlife, property and the environment.

"This could have resulted in the fire service being called and someone being injured.

"Starting a deliberate fire needing such services such as fire, ambulances and police, withdraws these vital services from other situations where there is no fault."

Officers have asked parents to check that their children and youngsters are aware of the implications of such acts.

"Any persons found to be starting fires will be spoken to about the offence and dealt with robustly. Anyone with information regarding this incident can contact 101 and ask for PCSO Hayley," said the post.