From the WTF Watch Desk: After record heat, the driest July on record and several major wildfires, the Wales Wildfire Board launched its autumn Burn to Protect campaign for safer controlled burning and shared land-management responsibility.
Why this deserves the fire service’s attention
Wildfire resilience starts before ignition through burn planning, weather checks, adequate people and equipment, fire-service notification and a return visit to detect rekindling.
What Worked?
What Didn’t Work?
What Was Missed?
This report reflects information available on October 4, 2026. Developing items will be updated when official information changes.