Firefighters have been called to Turbo Island more frequently since the start of work to spruce up the place than they were before, figures shared with Bristol Live suggest.
Work began on October 24 to clean up the corner of Stokes Croft and Jamaica Street, with the area initially fenced off, dug up and then tarmacked with bike racks installed. The aim of the work by landowner Wildstone, in conjunction with Bristol City Council, was to create a safer environment after months and years of complaints that the spot was a haven for street drinkers, street parties and anti-social behaviour.
Figures from Avon Fire and Rescue Service reveal that firefighters were called to nine reports of fires at Turbo Island in the 12 day period between October 25, the day after the work began, and Sunday, November 6. Five were logged as being 'deliberately' lit.
