During prolonged periods of high temperatures and minimal rainfall, open heathland or wooded areas can be at risk of fire as grass and foliage becomes like a tinder box.
Important safety information and advice
Serious house fires are thankfully quite rare. But if a fire does start, it can quickly cause a lot of damage and put the lives of you and your loved ones in danger.
Within these pages we have lots of information on how to reduce the risk of fire and how to take precautions against other hazards.


Working with partner agencies to reduce drowning and serious injuries.

Have you any information about deliberate fires in your area? Details of locations and names of those intent on anti-social behaviour can help the fire service, police and local authority target criminality in your community.

Do you pop your phone on to charge before bed?
Many of us leave ourselves open to fire risks without realising it when using everyday electrical items. See how you can use and store them safely to reduce your fire risk.