POLICE are hunting down illegal fireworks, seizing stashes being sold ahead of Bonfire Night.

Masses of illegal fireworks were being sold to youths before the stash was discovered and confiscated by police.

Police have issued an appeal to people to take care during the autumn celebrations and stay safe.

Lancashire Police posted on Facebook: "Darwen / Blackburn police have seized a large quantity of illegal fireworks being sold to local youths.

"Hopefully this will go partway to ensuring peoples safety at this time of year.

"Please take care during the festivities and stay safe."