15/08/2026
Please take extra care if you’re camping or enjoying the outdoors this weekend
With many of our Groups away on camps and summer activities, please be aware of the very high risk of wildfires currently affecting Wales and England.
You will probably have had the UK Government issued emergency alert urging people not to light fires or do anything that could create a spark and start a wildfire.
That includes:
* Campfires and open fires
* Disposable barbecues
* Firepits
* Fireworks
* Anything else involving a naked flame that could ignite dry grass or vegetation
The prolonged hot, dry weather means that even a very small fire can spread incredibly quickly, putting people, property, wildlife and our emergency services at risk.
If you’re away with Scouts this weekend or planning outdoor activities over the coming days, please take the warning seriously, adapt your plans where necessary and follow the latest advice for the area you’re in.
We all love spending time outdoors. Right now, looking after those outdoor spaces means doing everything we can to prevent a fire from starting.
