Dorset and Wiltshire given amber wildlife alert by fire device
Amber wildfire alert issued for Dorset and Wiltshire after recent dry spell STRONG winds have caused the Dorset and Wiltshire Fire and Rescue Service to issue an amber wildfire warning following a sustained period of dry weather. This alert means that, should a wildfire be experienced, it could spread quickly and easily due to the dry and windy conditions. As seen with the major incident at Wareham Forest last year, wildfires take a great deal of resources and time to bring under control, and cause devastation to heath, woodland and wildlife. Group Manager Tim Gray said: “In light...
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