Prince William warns of future UK wildfire risk
Climate · First reported 3 Nov, 23:00 · Updated 00:19
During a visit to Treherbert, Prince William said climate change could bring more UK wildfires and stressed the importance of preparation. He praised the response to fires in Wales and highlighted concerns about the availability of firefighting aircraft.
- William warned that climate change could increase the risk of UK wildfires and said preparation would be crucial.
- In August, South Wales Fire and Rescue Service responded to 14 wildfires at the same time; support came from 22 other UK fire services.
- Soldiers helped dig fire breaks and supply 2.1 million litres of water to tackle the flames.
- William praised firefighters and local residents for their response, and raised the lack of firefighting aircraft as a concern.
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- Location
- Treherbert, Rhondda Cynon Taf, Wales
- Fires at one time
- 14 in August
- Additional fire services
- 22 UK fire services provided support
- Water supplied
- 2.1 million litres
- Wales’ share of UK wildfires
- Around 60%, according to The Standard
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