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UK wildfires are surging as a dangerous heatwave hits, with over 200 fires in two weeks and temperatures soaring to 35°C—especially threatening London and the South East. Firefighters are stretched thin, responding to more than 700 fires this year, while emergency services issue amber heat-health alerts. Climate change is making fires bigger and more complex, demanding urgent investment in specialized firefighting. A major blaze at Tintwistle Moor still smolders with 60 personnel on scene. Experts warn most fires are preventable—dispose of cigarettes properly, avoid open barbecues, and take litter home. If you spot fire, call 999 immediately.

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