UK’s Hottest Day Sparks Wildfires | Leicester News

Leicestershire erupted in wildfires yesterday as the UK hit its hottest day, with crews racing to three separate blazes — including a major fire in Ibstock that required eight engines. Residents were told to shelter indoors and seal windows as smoke raged, while officials warned that extreme heat has turned the landscape into a tinderbox. With temperatures expected to stay scorching, experts urge extreme caution outdoors — especially around barbecues and cigarettes — as the danger isn’t over yet. 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/5580a4272a2ed6ec