Warmer weather brings more opportunities to enjoy the outdoors, but it can also increase the risk of fires at home, in gardens and in the countryside.
Information:
Please don't use disposable barbecues, firepits, garden incinerators, chimeneas or fireworks at the moment. There's a high risk of wildfires and even a small flame can quickly get out of control.
Home barbecues and garden fire safety
Barbecues can quickly become dangerous if they're not used safely.
- Never leave a barbecue unattended.
- Keep children, pets and games away from the cooking area.
- Place them on level ground, well away from fences, sheds, trees and garden waste.
- Never use petrol or other flammable liquids to start or revive a barbecue.
- Allow barbecues to cool completely before disposing of ashes.
Camping, caravan and boat fire safety
- Take extra care when cooking and using fuel-burning equipment outdoors.
- Never use barbecues, camping stoves or portable heaters inside tents, awnings or other enclosed spaces.
- Keep cooking equipment well away from combustible materials and ensure any naked flames are fully extinguished before leaving them unattended.
- Ensure caravans, motorhomes and boats are fitted with working smoke alarms.
- Make sure exits are kept clear and everyone knows how to escape safely in an emergency.
- In the current circumstances, do not light campfires.