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Fire service issues warning of 'very high' risk of wildfires in Scotland

“We urge everyone to make sure that they do not increase the chance of wildfire."

Chris Brayford
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Scottish Fire and Rescue Service has called on residents to make sensible decisions when enjoying the countryside
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Scottish Fire and Rescue Service has called on residents to make sensible decisions when enjoying the countryside

There is a ‘very high' risk of wildfires spreading in the Scottish countryside and farms due to dry and humid weather. Scottish Fire and Rescue Service (SFRS) issued a cross-country alert which is expected...

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