'High' or 'Very High' risk of wildfire remains across Devon and Cornwall
The message is be alert - and follow the vital safety advice
Anyone heading to Dartmoor today is urged to be sensible - with the area on 'high alert' for wildfires.
Last weekend more than 12-thousand acres of moorland were destroyed by fire and visitors are being asked not to discard lit cigarettes or have a barbecue.
It's also the final day of the annual 'ten tors' event, with thousand of youngsters working in teams to navigate distances of between 35 and 55 miles.
Yesterday, the Dartmoor National Park Authority said: "High Fire Risk on Dartmoor.
"Due to the recent lack of rain, Dartmoor is incredibly dry right now, and that means risk of wildfire is high.
"You can help protect Dartmoor and keep yourself, family, and friends safe by:
- Leaving BBQs at home and not lighting campfires
- Safely disposing of cigarettes, vapes, matches or lighters
- Keeping glass bottles away, sunlight through glass can spark fires
- Taking all your litter home with you
"Wildfires are devastating for local communities, livestock, and wildlife like ground-nesting birds and reptiles.
"Before heading out, please take a moment to think about how you can enjoy Dartmoor safely and responsibly. A few small choices could make a big difference in protecting this special landscape.
"If you spot a wildfire, contact the fire service immediately on 999 with the exact location.
"Please help us to look after Dartmoor. Share this post and help spread the word, not wildfires."
This also comes as the Kernow Weather Team have also issued an update amid the 'prolonged dry spell' in the South West of England.
They're saying the risk of wildfires remains 'high' or 'very high' across much of the Duchy - with the team also issuing their advice.
They say:
- Cigarette butts can ignite dry grass in seconds
- Glass can start fires like a magnifying glass
- Absolutely NO campfires or open flames
- BBQs? Only in safe, controlled areas
- Stay alert in public spaces
- If you spot a fire act fast and call 999 immediately