More than 26000 wildfires faced by English fire services in 2025

English fire services tackled at least 26,902 wildfires in 2025, with services responding to at least 12,454 grassland, woodland or crop fires between March and May 2025—more than four times the number recorded in 2024. The increase was attributed to changing weather patterns, in.... More than 26000 wildfires faced by English fire services in 2025 English fire services tackled at least 26,902 wildfires in 2025, with services responding to at least 12,454 grassland, woodland or crop fires between March and May 2025—more than four times the number recorded in 2024. The increase was attributed to changing weather patterns, including the hottest spring and summer on record and the driest spring in 100 years. Why This Matters This development reflects ongoing change in the UK fire safety and building safety landscape. Magnus Opifex Seven LTD tracks regulatory and market shifts daily so our clients stay ahead of compliance under the Building Safety Act 2022, the Fire Safety Order, and BSR Gateway processes. How Magnus Opifex Seven Can Help Our team delivers fire strategies, PAS 9980 appraisals, BSR Gateway 2 submissions, fire risk assessments and expert witness services tailored to the latest regulatory context. Source ITV News West Country — Read original Need Expert Fire Safety Advice? Magnus Opifex Seven LTD provides leading fire engineering, BSR Gateway 2 support, PAS 9980 appraisals, BESS fire safety, and healthcare fire strategy services across the UK. Call: +44 7486 691724 office@magnus opifex.co.uk Request a Free Consultation