BBC News, South West
BBCDevon and Somerset Fire and Rescue Service said its employees had seen an increase in outdoor fire this year as compared to previous years.
Earlier this year earlier this year, its crew settled in 2024 than the number of outdoor fire in 2024 than three times more than the same point.
Warned that if the trend continues, it could be “very demanding heat” for its teams.
People are being asked to take the garbage home with them – “to leave a mark” – to prevent further fire.
‘Elevated Risk’
Group Commander for Exeter Ben Williams said that service wants to encourage people to get out and enjoy sunlight but do so safely.
“We are asking people to picnic instead of barbecue, no camping fire and takes our garbage home,” he said.
“We are asking people not to leave any mark behind you and do not leave the fire at all.”
with Amber heat health warning For the weekend, Mr. Williams said that if the fire was to be caught, there was a “element of high risk” because high temperatures had a major risk for firefighters.
Mr. Williams said, “For the benefit of all, we are simply asking people to take a little more care when they are outside and together,” Mr. Williams said.
Firefrails deal with one Barley field fire In Kenford, Devon, on Wednesday.
It consumed the entire area of ​​25 acres, Mr. Williams said.
He said that the fire service had identified two major risk factors that come up with hot and dried summer – wildfires and floods, both will continue to challenge service in future and future.
“We will be favorable to deal with those new challenges,” he said.
