Dorset & Wiltshire Fire and Rescue Service advises not to have barbecues or bonfires this weekend

By Jamie Hill - 22 May 2020

Community

Dorset & Wiltshire Fire and Rescue Service is urging people in the countryside not to have bonfires or barbecues this weekend due to the increased risk of wildfires.

With the weather forecast set to be dry but windy this bank holiday weekend, bonfires are at greater risk of becoming out of control burns.  Using a barbecue anywhere other than at home in your garden poses a greater risk for wildfires and using disposable barbecues enhances the risk.

Area Manager Craig Baker said: “In light of the devastation at Wareham Forest and the AMBER wildfire alert, we are asking for the public’s help in ensuring our resources can be used for the vital support of communities by not having campfires or using disposable barbecues in our forests and heathlands.

Whilst we understand that the dry weather will leave many wanting to go out and enjoy it, we cannot stress the importance of being fire-aware enough. This incident is a prime example of how a moment of carelessness can escalate, and the destruction it can cause.”

For more information on outdoor fire safety visit https://www.dwfire.org.uk/safety/safety-outdoors/

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