Ponies vs Wildfires in Wales | UK News

In Wales, Dr. Donna Oldbury-Thomas is leading an innovative wildfire-fighting project called “Power Ponies,” using native ponies to drag equipment that clears bracken—creating natural firebreaks. Inspired by a devastating fire on her own farm, she’s also sounding the alarm on the long-term health risks firefighters face from toxic smoke, including potential Parkinson’s and dementia. With Coventry University naming the project its Most Impactful of 2025, this animal-powered solution aims to give crews safer zones to work in while protecting lives and landscapes as wildfires surge across England and Wales. 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/4021193d3b2b08cb