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Warning issued about ‘extreme’ risk of heath and woodland fires in coming days
28th May 2020 11:22
The risk of further devastating wildfires in heath and woodland across Dorset and Wiltshire has been assessed as…
Read MoreWareham Fire one week on – one of the most devastating Dorset heath and forest fires in living memory
24th May 2020 19:29
One week ago (Monday 18 May) a forest fire was started through social activity in Wareham Forest, which…
Read MoreDorset & Wiltshire Fire and Rescue Service advises not to have barbecues or bonfires this weekend
22nd May 2020 17:52
Dorset & Wiltshire Fire and Rescue Service is urging people not to have bonfires or barbecues this weekend…
Read MoreSmoke alarm reminder for Boat Fire Safety Week
21st May 2020 15:29
Dorset & Wiltshire Fire and Rescue Service is using Boat Fire Safety Week (25-31 May) to remind people…
Read MoreAMBER wildfire alert in place over Bank Holiday weekend
21st May 2020 14:33
Dorset and Wiltshire Fire and Rescue Service (DWFRS) would like to remind the public to stay vigilant after…
Read MorePublic urged to take extra care as temperatures soar
19th May 2020 12:03
A forest fire in Dorset has now been declared a major incident - highlighting the importance for people…
Read MoreGarden fire spreads out of control
18th May 2020 08:33
The A31 through St Leonards was closed for some ten hours yesterday (17 May) after a garden fire…
Read MoreDorset & Wiltshire Fire and Rescue Service support National Sprinkler Week
14th May 2020 10:08
Dorset & Wiltshire Fire and Rescue Service is supporting the National Fire Chiefs Council’s (NFCC) National Sprinkler Week…
Read MoreFinal interactive road safety module released
14th May 2020 08:20
Dorset & Wiltshire Fire and Rescue Service have now released all four modules of their interactive road safety…
Read MoreReminder to public following Amber Wildfire Alert
14th May 2020 08:19
Dorset & Wiltshire Fire and Rescue Service is warning the public to stay safe and vigilant over the…
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