Multiple wildfires blaze across North Wales as firefighters issue plea to holidaymakers
Firefighters in North Wales are battling multiple wildfires, including a major blaze in the Rhinogydd mountains. Officials have urged the public to avoid open fires and disposable barbecues due to the high risk of rapid fire spread.
Why it matters
Increased wildfire activity in the UK highlights the growing threat of summer fire hazards and the strain on emergency services during peak demand.
Firefighters are continuing to tackling a series of blazes across North Wales, with crews currently deployed to multiple incidents including a major mountain wildfire, a scrubland fire, and a recent large vehicle fire. Andrew McLaren, Chair of the Tactical Coordination Group, warned the current summer conditions mean fires can spread incredibly quickly, urging holidaymakers to avoid open fires, ban disposable barbecues from rural areas, and dispose of cigarettes safely.
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