Rural Life
Gloucestershire's 'Funky Farmer' warns of fire risks after losing three fields
A South Gloucestershire dairy farmer is highlighting the potential fire risks accompanying the dry weather conditions across the UK after...
Wildfire
Rural Life
Glass bottles pose wildfire risk amid UK heatwave
With heatwave warnings in place, it is expected the UK could reach temperatures of 33°C this weekend and glass waste company,...
N.Ireland
Public urged to help reduce wildfire risk in NI
The public are being urged to act responsibly when enjoying the countryside in Northern Ireland during this week’s good weather...
N.Ireland
Watch: Over 50 firefighters battling Mourne Mountains blaze
The Northern Ireland Fire and Rescue Service (NIFRS) has confirmed that over 50 firefighters are now battling a fire on...
N.Ireland
Farmers’ help sought in NI wildfire prevention
The Ulster Farmers’ Union (UFU) has said it is supporting calls from other agencies and farming organisations for the help...
Environment
NIEA opens consultation on wildfire management in NI
The Northern Ireland Environment Agency (NIEA) has today (Tuesday, March 28) opened a consultation on the future management of wildfires...
Environment
Report says wildfires in national park are inevitable
There is a major risk of ‘catastrophic’ wildfires engulfing swathes of one of England’s leading national parks, according to a...
Other
Amber wildfire alert issued for Dorset and Wiltshire
Dorset and Wiltshire Fire and Rescue Service (DWFRS) has issued its first Amber wildfire alert of 2022 for its encompassing...
N.Ireland
McGrath: Mournes wildfires highlight urgent need for all-island strategy
Calls have been made for an all-island strategy to tackle gorse fires as firefighters tackle an uncontrolled wildfire spreading across...
Rural Life
Sheep dog saves flock from wildfire blazes in Australia
A dog rounded up her flock of sheep with her owner and brought them to the “safest paddock on the...
