18/08/2026
🔥 The recent Government alert has increased awareness of wildfire risks, which has been very important with the recent weather.
Our crews are working around the clock to keep our communities safer, and that includes our fantastic control team who take calls and help mobilise firefighters every day.
They’ve noticed a sharp spike in non-emergency 999 calls since the alert.
Please remember that 999 should only be used to report emergencies.
Where there’s a fire, visible plumes of smoke, people at risk, get to safety and call 999.
If you're sharing information, concerns about potential fire-setting or risks and there's no immediate danger, we still want to hear from you, but please do this through FireStoppers on 0800 169 5558 or online via www.firestoppersreport.co.uk
Help us keep 999 free for emergencies.
