Fire and rescue services across Yorkshire are strengthening their joint wildfire prevention messaging this summer, as new National Resilience data highlights the continuing threat posed by countryside fires.
The 2025 wildfire season was the busiest on record. Fire and rescue services across England and Wales responded to 1,006 wildfires during the year, surpassing the previous record of 994 incidents recorded across the whole of 2022.
National Resilience coordinates the national response to significant emergencies on behalf of UK fire and rescue services. Wildfire incident data is collected nationally to monitor trends, assess operational demand and support planning and preparedness across fire and rescue services.
To help reduce the risk of another devastating wildfire season, West Yorkshire Fire and Rescue Service, North Yorkshire Fire and Rescue Service, South Yorkshire Fire and Rescue Service and Humberside Fire and Rescue Service have joined together to amplify the #BeMoorAware campaign.
Originally developed by West Yorkshire Fire and Rescue Service, #BeMoorAware has helped raise awareness of wildfire risks and promote responsible behaviour in the countryside for several years. This summer, fire and rescue services across Yorkshire are strengthening that approach by sharing the same prevention messages, helping to extend the reach and impact of wildfire safety advice across the region.
Many wildfires are caused by everyday human activity, and during periods of warm, dry weather even the smallest ignition source can quickly develop into a fast-moving fire. Simple actions such as disposing of cigarettes responsibly, avoiding disposable barbecues, never lighting campfires or gas burners on moorland, and taking litter home can all help prevent wildfires.
Sarah Wilkinson, Head of Prevention at Humberside Fire and Rescue Service
“As we experience warmer, drier summers, it’s more important than ever that people understand the risks that grassland and wildfires pose to our communities, countryside and wildlife.
We are delighted to be working with our fire and rescue partners across Yorkshire to raise awareness of how quickly these fires can spread and the devastating impact they can have on the environment, local residents and the firefighters responding to them.
We want everyone to enjoy the outdoors safely this summer by taking simple precautions, such as disposing of rubbish responsibly, avoiding activities that could start a fire, and reporting any signs of fire immediately. Together, we can help protect Yorkshire’s green spaces and keep our communities safe.”
People are urged to:
Never use disposable barbecues, campfires or any naked flames on moorland.
Take all litter home, especially glass bottles and disposable barbecues.
Dispose of cigarettes responsibly.
Report any fire immediately by calling 999 and asking for the Fire Service.
If possible, use the what3words app to provide an accurate location.
Leave the area immediately and never attempt to tackle a wildfire yourself.
Throughout the summer, all four Yorkshire fire and rescue services will share #BeMoorAware advice across their websites and social media channels, encouraging everyone to enjoy Yorkshire’s countryside responsibly while helping to protect communities, wildlife and the natural environment from the devastating impact of wildfires.
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