Firefighters tackle blaze in London park as brigade issues wildfire warning
Duzine firefighters, as the third heat wave of summer increased the temperatures on Friday, East London took a grass fire.
Approximately 14 acres of grassland burned in Manor Park in Wanstead apartments, He said the London Fire Department. There was no injury.
Temperatures reached 34C in the UK on Friday and the UK Health Safety Agency gave a heat health warning for East Midlands, West Midlands, South East, South West, England and London until 9 am on Monday.
The risk of fire in London is currently raised by the partnership of natural hazards as “violent ..
Wanstead Flats East Ham, Stratford, Leyton, Barking and fire stations around firefighters around 13.00 came to the scene. The fire was controlled until 3.13 hours.
Station Commander Darren Mcternan, who is at the scene, said, “They are working hard in hot, challenging conditions to control the fire.
“Capel Road, Aldersbrook Road and Forest Road are now closed and we recommend people to avoid the space as possible, as we will be on stage for a few hours in the afternoon.”
“During this last heat wave, it is important that everyone is responsible to prevent fires from the occurrence of fires. Since the weather is very dry, it can quickly cause a few sparks. In London, this may be dangerous because most of our green areas are close to homes and other features.”
LFB has participated in more than 350 water -related events this year.
Deputy Commissioner Jamie Jenkins said: uz We know that people will look for ways to cool during this heat wave, but please don’t be attractive to jump into the open water. Unfortunately, we see two events that someone has difficulty in water every day.
“Open water may seem inviting, but unpredictable. Strong currents, underwater hazards and cold water shock are all serious risks.”
