SHOCKING pictures have captured the state of a North-East beach after the region was scorched by hot weather on Tuesday.
This was the scene on Tynemouth Longsands beach on Wednesday morning as litter, beer bottles and cans were left strewn.
Residents have condemned the actions which has resulted in thousands of items being discarded as "disgraceful" and "heartbreaking."
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Yesterday marked the first day of blazing weather since further lockdown measures were lifted on Monday, with the introduction of the rule-of-six across England.
It now means up to six individuals can meet, or two households, in any outdoor space, including beaches and private gardens.
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On social media, residents slammed the scenes as they awoke to see, what is normally one of the region's cleanest beaches, left in a mess.
One said: "The scenes from Tynemouth beach this morning make my heart ache. Clearly this past year has taught some people absolutely nothing."
Meanwhile another said: "People have no issues carrying their drinks and BBQs down onto the beach, but can't seem to clear it up after themselves.
"We've had to carry our dogs around smashed glass bottles multiple times ths morning and watch people of the area litter pick. Disgraceful."
Tynemouth Longsands, which was last year again awarded Blue Flag status in 2020, saw a raft of new bins added as part of North Tyneside Council's plan for March 29.
The council previously said it was working with community groups, Cullercoats Collective and Tynemouth Collective, to raise awareness on litter as restrictions are lifted.
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The situation has prompted volunteers and the local authority to start a clean up process - Nicola Smith and her eight year old daughter, Leah were at the beach this morning.
They were seen as they placed strewn items into bags, desperately trying to get the beach back to its usual self.
- The Northern Echo has contacted North Tyneside Council for comment
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