Merseyside Fire and Rescue Service protects Sefton, Knowsley, St. Helens, Liverpool and Wirral from fires and other emergencies; current focus on stemming a surge in blazes amid extreme heat and summer fires.
UK fire services report a continued surge in wildfires amid prolonged heatwaves drought and water restrictions. The Stourbridge blaze has destroyed 19 homes and damaged 18 others while conditions persist across the country with major incidents declared in several regions.
The New Forest wildfire has destroyed thousands of hectares of heath and bog, and crews are wrapping up operations while restoration plans draw on past experiences; visitors are urged to heed safety warnings and temporary bans on disposable barbecues as authorities assess long-term environmental impact.