“Frustrated” locals are being urged to avoid the wreckage of an abandoned boat washed up on a beach more than six weeks ago.
The vessel has been sitting on the sands of King Edward’s Bay, in Tynemouth, North Tyneside, since 10 September following the rescue of a sailor who said he had been at sea for 45 days.
It has since broken up and a notice has appeared nearby appealing for volunteers to help with a clear-up.
However, local councillor Julie Day warned people would be putting their safety at risk and is calling for them to wait for the wreckage to be removed by the local council or the Maritime and Coastguard Agency.
