A major incident has been declared in North Wales as firefighters battle a large wildfire near Sychnant Pass on Conwy Mountain, with residents evacuated. Blazes have also broken out in Greater Manchester, Somerset, and Dorset amid an 'exceptional' wildfir
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A major incident has been declared in North Wales due to a wildfire on Conwy Mountain. Homes have been evacuated, and residents are advised to keep windows and doors closed. Firefighters are battling the blaze amid challenging conditions.
Two British hikers were rescued alive from devastating wildfires in southern Spain, suffering 40% burns. At least 12 people died, four believed British.
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A major incident has been declared in North Wales as a wildfire near Sychnant Pass on Conwy Mountain forces evacuations and prompts a large emergency response.
Gardeners are urged not to put out fat balls for robins in July as the heat can melt the suet, coating feathers and causing heat stress or death. Mealworms are a safer alternative.
Gardeners are urged to avoid feeding robins suet balls in July as they can melt, coat feathers, and cause heat stress or death. Opt for soaked mealworms instead.