The growing risk of wildfires

The growing risk of wildfires

Our area is seeing prolonged dry weather with record-breaking heatwaves, writes Amanda Wheeler, of Stamford’s Climate and Environment Committee.

Geo explainer: The growing problem of UK wildfires

In 2025 alone, fire and rescue services in England and Wales responded to almost 1,000 wildfires. Image: Sarah Baker The Suffolk wildfire shows how wildfire season is becoming more intense in the UK By Victoria Heath A major incident remains in place after a wildfire ravaged through Dunwich Heath in Suffolk this week. The fire has affected an area the size of 200 football pitches, with more than 100 firefighters said to be making ‘good progress’…