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Public warned of increased gorse fire risk

  • The Met Office issued an amber wildfire warning for much of the UK starting Tuesday, April 1, and continuing this week.
  • Recent warm weather and dry conditions increased the risk of wildfires, prompting the Met Office to issue the warning.
  • The warning covers most of England, extending into Northern Ireland and southern Scotland, with Friday forecast to reach 22C.
  • Kathryn Chalk from the Met Office noted, "strong winds and ongoing dry/warm weather brings a continued likelihood for wildfire conditions".
  • Fire crews urge the public to act responsibly by avoiding barbecues and campfires, properly disposing of rubbish and cigarettes to prevent fires.
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Lake District visitors warned of heightened wildfire risk during sunny spell

Dry conditions, strong easterly winds and increased temperatures are currently contributing to a heightened wildfire risk in the Lake District.

·Barrow-in-Furness, United Kingdom
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Public warned of increased gorse fire risk

The public is being urged to be vigilant over the coming days as the current good weather is set to bring an elevated risk of gorse, forestry and other outdoor fires.

·Ireland
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Barbecue warning issued for Bristol as fire risk rises: public urged to avoid using barbecues in public places

With scorching weather predicted to cover most of the UK this weekend and a rare amber fire warning in place for the South West, fire safety experts are urging residents to take extra care with barbecues and open flames over the coming days.

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Amber wildfire alert extended for Dorset and Wiltshire

The danger is particularly high in expansive open land areas, such as heathlands, fields and cliff sides.

·Bournemouth, United Kingdom
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Some areas of UK warned to avoid barbecues due to wildfire alert

People are urged not to use disposable barbecues and to act responsibly to prevent the risk of wildfires

·London, United Kingdom
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