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Hampshire and Isle of Wight Fire and Rescue Service Update

By Ailsa Duckworth, Parish Clerk Droxford Village Community

Friday, 12 August 2022

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This is a round-up of news from across Hampshire and Isle of Wight Fire and Rescue Service.

Pack a picnic - not a barbecue

Disposable barbecues pose a fire risk and this risk increases during prolonged periods of hot and sunny weather.

Group Manager for Prevention, John Amos said:

"We’re pleased to see some retailers removing them from sale and see this as a positive step to making the countryside safer.

The grass and undergrowth are incredibly dry right now, which means fires can start very easily, and spread very rapidly.

Last month alone we dealt with almost 680 fires in the open and our firefighters, control room colleagues and support staff have been working exceptionally hard in challenging conditions.

Don’t light campfires, bonfires or barbecues in the countryside, parks, commons or our outdoor spaces and do dispose of your rubbish - including glass bottles and smoking materials – responsibly.

We know people want to enjoy time outdoors when the weather is nice but please pack a picnic, not a disposable barbecue."

Find out more about how you can protect our countryside and prevent wildfires by following the guidance on our website.

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Are your kids aware of the dangers of playing with fire?

Make sure you take the time this summer break to educate your children about the dangers of playing with and lighting fires.

With lots of free time over the holiday period it’s important we talk to young people and make them aware of how quickly a small fire can escalate out of control in these conditions.

Keep your glass and mirrors out of the sun

We are reminding people to take the time to ensure that glass ornaments and mirrors aren’t left near windows where they could catch and reflect sunlight.

Although these type of incidents are fairly unique, we have seen a number of fires caused by sunlight reflecting through glass recently.

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Are you prepared to beat the heat?

When it comes to the British weather most of us welcome a hot summer, but when it's too hot for too long there are health risks to our community.

Make sure you're prepared to beat the heat by following these top tips:

  • Stay out of the heat during the hottest part of the day (11am-3pm)
  • Keep hydrated by drinking lots of water
  • Wear sun cream to protect your skin
  • Look out for neighbours, family or friends who may be isolated

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Contact Information

Ailsa Duckworth, Parish Clerk

  • 07720 092072

Find Droxford Village Community

Droxford Parish Council, PO Box 504, Droxford, Southampton, Hampshire, SO30 9GB

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Additional Information

Droxford website for the local community in Hampshire. Information for parish council, events.