![]() ![]() Wildfires are likely to come with them, and pose a major threat to life as well as buildings and infrastructure. Researchers have warned that 104☏ (40☌) temperatures won't be out of the ordinary within the next three decades, and heatwaves will become more common. The London Fire Brigade declared a 'major incident' in response to a huge surge in fires across the capital, and recorded its busiest day since the Second World War. Last week wildfires started all across southern Europe including in Spain, Italy, France and the UK. Why do we need to prevent wildfires in the UK? Wildfire expert Professor Stefan Doerr said that Fire and Rescue Services should be trained how to tackle wildfires specifically to help the UK prepare for future blazes (stock image) He revealed that while wildfires are more difficult to predict here, as they are largely ignited by humans, there is more that can be done to prevent them. MailOnline asked Professor Stefan Doerr, a professor of wildland fire science at Swansea University, whether any of these technologies could be implemented in the UK. These include computer models that plot potential fire paths, water-dropping drones and autonomous robots that can detect fire sources and spray water. Meanwhile, scientists and engineers have developed a range of new technologies that can help predict and tackle these devastating blazes. This is widely agreed to be the leading cause of the recent spate of wildfires, as rising temperatures evaporate more moisture from the ground, drying out the soil and making vegetation more flammable if sparked. ![]() Global experts are urging countries to reach their net-zero targets and halt climate change. They warned the public that wildfires are likely to break out every three years, and that the destruction of homes should be a 'wake-up call' to the country. Britain recorded its hottest day on record last Tuesday, sparking a series of wildfires across the UK.įirefighters in London described the blazes tearing through homes and buildings as 'absolute hell' after receiving 1,600 calls for assistance. ![]()
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