Liz Davies

UK braced for weeks of hot, dry conditions which will increase risk of firesLeading rural insurer NFU Mutual urges visitors to the countryside not to use disposable barbecues or start campfiresOne spark can start a massive fire which threatens people, wildlife and livestockHomeowners also urged to beware of greater fire risks around the home and garden during hot weather

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