July 28th 2024.
The town of Hyndburn in Lancashire has recently been taken over by a massive swarm of seagulls, much to the dismay of its residents. What was once a peaceful, landlocked town has now become a scene straight out of a horror film, with thousands of seagulls constantly flying overhead and leaving their droppings everywhere.
These seagulls, usually found in seaside towns, have flocked to Hyndburn due to a nearby landfill site that provides a plentiful food source for them. Unfortunately, this also means that the residents of Hyndburn are now constantly being bombarded with bird droppings, making them feel like they can't escape from these pesky creatures. To make matters worse, the seagulls have also started nesting in the area, making it clear that they are here to stay.
Gary Hough, a resident of Hyndburn, describes the constant presence of the seagulls as something he has never seen before. From early morning until late at night, the seagulls are a constant nuisance, with their numbers only increasing as they breed. Cheryl Gouldstone, Gary's wife, compares the situation to an Alfred Hitchcock film, with the visual and noise pollution caused by the seagulls making it difficult for residents to enjoy their daily lives.
The local authorities and the operator of the landfill site, Suez, have implemented measures to try and deter the seagulls, such as loud noises, but these have proven to be ineffective. In fact, they seem to have the opposite effect of attracting even more seagulls to the area. The situation has become a cause for concern, with a local Facebook group being created to address the issue and a public meeting with Suez and local councillors planned for next month.
The impact of the seagulls is not just limited to the annoyance of their presence and droppings. Greengates Builders Merchants, which backs onto the site, has seen its staff and stock cars being targeted by the seagulls, with some even finding fish heads on their vehicles. The company's boss, Steve Pickup, describes the situation as horrendous and a health hazard, with the smell from the landfill site also adding to the problem.
Complaints have been made to the local council and the Environment Agency, with 140 reports being made this month alone. However, the council's hands are tied as they do not have the power to take action. They have put pressure on the Environment Agency to find a solution, with suggestions such as a fire break to force the seagulls to go elsewhere. Suez has also stated that they are actively working to deter the seagulls and minimize their impact, but it seems that the problem is only getting worse.
The Environment Agency has also stated that they are taking action to address the issues at the landfill site and are regularly monitoring the impacts on the surrounding communities. However, the residents of Hyndburn are still left to deal with the constant presence of the seagulls and the negative impact it has on their daily lives. As the situation continues to escalate, it remains to be seen what steps will be taken to resolve this issue and bring peace back to the town of Hyndburn.
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