The London Fire Brigade has raised alarms about the heightened risk of wildfires due to warmer weather forecasts. Deputy Commissioner Charlie Pugsley has called on councils and landowners to take preventive measures, such as creating fire breaks by cutting dry grass or removing flammable vegetation. Past experiences, particularly the disastrous 2022 summer, underline the urgency. Enhanced planning and training for emergency responses have been undertaken to tackle grass fires, but proactive community measures are vital for minimizing future hazards as climate conditions worsen.
Deputy Commissioner Charlie Pugsley emphasized the necessity for councils and landowners to establish fire breaks in green spaces to mitigate wildfire risks.
In light of predicted hotter summers, local authorities must proactively manage their green spaces to prevent catastrophic wildfires, ensuring community safety.
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