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West Lothian wildfires almost double as fire chief urges parents to warn children

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Published date24 June 2022
Outdoor fires nearly doubled across Falkirk and West Lothian last summer. With 145 avoidable fires in the open recorded in the region, up from 74 the previous year

The figures released by the Scottish Fire and Rescue Service Highlight activity during a nine week period between late June and late August.

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According to the Daily Record, fires in the open are often set deliberately or are caused by negligence or complacency. These fires can cause huge damage to vast areas of landscape and wildlife, with the potential to burn for days.

Quinn, SFRS local senior officer for Falkirk and West Lothian, said: "We need people to be aware of how quickly things can get out of hand.

"Outdoor fires can spread very quickly and can cause huge damage – both to areas of countryside and indeed can spread quickly within tents and caravans.

"We understand that people will, of course, want to take to the countryside and holiday in Scotland this year. But please be careful and bear in mind that human behaviour can drive the risk of fire down significantly.

"First and foremost, before lighting any outdoor fires, check for any restrictions or permissions required by the landowner and make sure you use a fire safe pit or container that can be properly extinguished before you leave."

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