Prevent wildfires

Drier weather increases the risk of wildfires but most are started by human actions.

Learn how you can prevent fires in the countryside
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Become an on-call firefighter

We're looking for future firefighters. Visit our careers pages to find out more about the role and how to apply.

Find out more about on-call firefighters
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How to have a barbecue safely

Barbecues (BBQs) are a fun way to cook outside, but they can easily get out of control.

Follow our tips to make sure your BBQ is enjoyable and safe
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Book a home safety visit

Find out more about our free home safety visits. We'll come to your home and talk to you about how you can stay safe from fire.

Learn more about our home safety visits
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Latest incidents
View latest incidents
Jul 03 '22
03 Jul 3.15pm Dean Prior

Vehicle fire

Small
Jul 03 '22
03 Jul 2.59pm Castle Cary

Road traffic collision

Small vehicle
Jul 03 '22
03 Jul 7.13am West Huntspill

Property fire

Residential
Jul 01 '22
01 Jul 4.38pm Stoke

Vehicle fire

Small
Jul 01 '22
01 Jul 3.25pm Moretonhampstead

Property fire

Domestic
Jul 01 '22
01 Jul 12.30am Glastonbury

Property fire

Domestic
Jul 01 '22
01 Jul 12.15am Yealmpton

Property fire

Domestic
Jun 30 '22
30 Jun 10.08am Uffculme

Road traffic collision

Scene safety
Jun 30 '22
30 Jun 2.51am Bridgwater

Property fire

Commercial / industrial
Jun 28 '22
28 Jun 11.33pm Exwick

Property fire

Domestic
Incident statistics

The latest figures for incidents we've attended across Devon and Somerset. 

Find out more about the incidents we publish on our website. 

Last updated: 6.01am - 04 July 2022
69
Incidents in the last 24 hours
358
Incidents in the last seven days
62
Fires in the last seven days
24
Rescues in the last seven days
19375
Incidents in the last 365 days

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A photo of a woodland which has been mainly reduced to mud where a wildfire took place.

Prevent wildfires

Our safety tips will protect you and our countryside.

Find out more about wildfires
Home safety technician testing a smoke alarm by pressing the button. A mum and her two children are set next to him - the older child is covering his ears and the mum is covering the ears of the younger boy.

Test your smoke alarm

A smoke alarm could save your life. We recommend testing your smoke alarm at least once a month.

Learn more about smoke alarms