Firefighters voice growing concerns over water supplies to tackle UK wildfires
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https://www.theguardian.com/uk-news/2026/oct/21/firefighters-growing-concerns-water-supplies-tackle-wildfires
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During a summer fire that destroyed homes in Stourbridge, low pressure meant filling a water carrier took 40 minutes Concerns have been raised about how drought affects the UK’s ability to cope with wildfires after MPs were told firefighters struggled for water supplies during this year’s record summer. The government has been urged to set out water companies’ statutory responsibilities during major fire incidents to improve the country’s preparedness for the years ahead. Continue reading...
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