Moorland Fires: Stay Safe This Summer | Sheffield News

Fire crews across Yorkshire are sounding the alarm on the growing wildfire threat from disposable barbecues and open fires on the moors, with over 340 wildfires reported this year alone. As dry moorlands become tinderboxes, especially in hot weather, emergency teams warn that even a small spark can ignite devastating blazes — some erupting hours later from seemingly cold ash. With wildfire season last year setting a record, crews are deploying new European tactics and urging the public to ditch campfires, pack picnics, and clean up after themselves. Officials are ramping up awareness campaigns using BeMoorAware, stressing that most fires are preventable — and that protecting our natural landscapes starts with responsible outdoor behavior. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/f2a9309c0189d0f7