In east London, firefighters responded to a significant grass fire covering approximately 14 acres during a heatwave, with temperatures reaching 34C. The UK Health Security Agency issued a heat health alert across multiple regions. The fire brigade, consisting of crews from various stations, managed to bring the fire under control within a few hours, with no reported injuries. The Natural Hazards Partnership rated the wildfire risk in London as severe, prompting public advisories to avoid the area due to fire and response efforts.
Dozens of firefighters tackled a grass fire in east London on Friday as temperatures soared during the third heatwave of the summer.
Temperatures reached 34C in the UK on Friday, with the UK Health Security Agency issuing a heat health alert for various regions.
The risk of wildfires in London is currently rated at severe according to the Natural Hazards Partnership.
Crews have been working hard, in hot, arduous conditions to bring the fire under control, stated Station Commander Darren McTernan.
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