Record Wildfire Response in 2025 Highlights Rising Pressure on Fire Services Friday, September 5, 2025 wildfire firefighters climate emergency nfcc england wales resilience funding safety Fire and rescue services in England and Wales have confronted an unprecedented 996 wildfire incidents so far in 2025, setting a new record. This surge comes despite a significant 25% reduction in firefighter numbers since … Read More
Two Somerset Reservoirs Drop Below Half Capacity Amid National Water Shortfalls Wednesday, August 13, 2025 somerset drought reservoir water-shortage climate-change agriculture wildfire environmentagency heatwave water-conservation England is grappling with serious water shortages, with two key reservoirs in Somerset holding less than half their capacity, officials warn. This alarming shortage comes despite rainfall in July and is compounded by a return … Read More
Major Incident Declared as 100 Firefighters Battle Vast Heath Fire in Wimborne Sunday, August 10, 2025 wildfire firefighters heathfire evacuation dorset wimborne emergency fire firealert newtonheath A major incident has been declared in Wimborne, Dorset, as two large heath fires rapidly engulf areas near Holt Heath. The combined blaze covers approximately 1,000 meters by 800 meters, demanding the efforts of nearly 100 … Read More
Major Incident Declared as 100 Firefighters Battle Massive Heath Fires in Dorset Sunday, August 10, 2025 fire heathfire evacuation dorset holtheath wildfire firefighters emergency newtonheath blaze A major incident has been declared as two large heath fires rapidly spread near Wimborne, Dorset, forcing the evacuation of nearby homes and mobilizing around 100 firefighters. The primary blaze, covering approximately 1,000 … Read More
Crews Battle Large Fire near M5 for Eight Hours Friday, May 2, 2025 firefighters blaze m5 tree scrub hay bridgwater wildfire pumping devon Firefighters from multiple stations fought a significant fire near the M5 for nearly eight hours on Friday, May 2. The fire, visible from junction 23 of the M5 near Bridgwater, prompted a flurry of calls to the fire service … Read More
Preparing for a Safe Summer in Dorset Saturday, April 12, 2025 dorset summer safety authorities anti-social behavior patrols wildfire collaboration beach residents As the summer season approaches, authorities in Dorset are gearing up to ensure the safety of beachgoers, residents, and businesses. Collaborative efforts between Dorset Police, local councils, and fire crews aim to curb … Read More