6-foot deep sand pit discovered on Polzeath Beach, posing suffocation and collapse risks.

Beach rangers in Cornwall have issued a warning after a 6-foot deep sand pit was discovered on Polzeath Beach, dug by children under parental supervision. The hole, located near a café and hidden behind a merchandise trailer, posed serious risks, including collapse and suffocation. A passerby filled in the pit after it was reported. This incident highlights ongoing concerns about the dangers of large sand holes, following a similar occurrence earlier this summer.

August 31, 2024
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