Important message from Dorset & Wiltshire Fire and Rescue.

We are currently experiencing dry weather and it is only natural to want to go outdoors and enjoy it with members of your household, but it is also important to stay fire-aware when out and about.

With the AMBER Wildfire Alert set to be in place for at least the next 10 days, we are asking the public to be vigilant and follow these few simple steps to help reduce the chance of a wildfire in the countryside.

Staying Safe Do’s & Don’ts:
➡️Extinguish cigarettes properly, don’t throw cigarette ends on the ground or out of car windows – take your litter home.
➡️Avoid open fires in the countryside. If you must have them, then ensure they are fully extinguished before leaving them unattended.
➡️If you see a fire in the countryside, report it immediately to the Fire & Rescue Service. Early detection can prevent it from developing into a large wildfire incident.

When calling the Fire and Rescue Service:
✅Get to a safe place
✅Note the fire location
✅Call 999
✅Meet the Fire and Rescue Service at the entrance.
✅Don’t attempt to tackle fires that can’t be put out with a bucket of water – leave the area as quickly as possible.

Landowners and Land Managers are also advised, where possible, to be prepared for fires and ensure that fire breaks are cut and well maintained with any cut grasses and vegetation removed from the site.

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