Renewed warning after grass fire during Isle of Man warm spell
Following the incidents, the service and the Department of Environment, Food and Agriculture renewed the call for people to follow previously issued advice.That encouraged residents to "continue to enjoy the island's wider countryside, but act responsibly".The advice included avoiding the use of disposable barbecues, camp stoves and campfires, which could "spread out of control easily".It also urged people to make sure cigarettes, e-cigarettes and litter were disposed of properly.
Station Officer Matt Tyrer said another "key risk" associated with the current conditions was the remote nature of some locations in the hills, forests and glens potentially delaying a fire response.He said that could "increase the danger to the environment, wildlife, and nearby communities"."Careless behaviour, even unintentional, such as discarded cigarettes or vehicle exhausts near dry vegetation can trigger major incidents," he added.
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