Making sure the borough stayed safe on Guy Fawkes Night, North Tyneside Council removed 12 tonnes of illegal bonfire material.
Between October 31 and November 5, the local authority responded to reports of illegal bonfires and proactively visited areas where they are known to be assembled.
By doing so, 12 tonnes of material was removed and recycled, preventing 24 bonfires.
Cllr John Stirling, cabinet member for Environment, said: “I am really pleased with these results – illegal bonfires can pose a risk to the public and nearby homes and businesses, which is why the uplifts are so important.
“I would like to thank the council staff, Northumbria Police and Tyne and Wear Fire and Rescue Service who have all worked tirelessly to make sure our residents enjoyed a safe Bonfire Night. We also had some great help from the Army Reservists at Northumberland Fusiliers, who I must also thank. They all continue to support our commitment to make sure North Tyneside is clean, safe and well-maintained.”
Before November 5, the council also issued 4,000 advice letters to those living in areas where bonfires are known to be assembled.
The work is part of the council’s Autumn Campaign, which aims to keep the borough clean, safe and well-maintained. It has also included the introduction of extra sweeper vehicles to keep streets clear of fallen leaves and litter and community litter picks.