An emergency alert was sent to mobile phones across the UK at around 7pm on Friday, August 14. The UK Government issued the alert, which warned of a "very high risk" of wildfires nationally.
Alert Details and Wording
Some people received the alert in Welsh. The message urged residents, landowners, and visitors not to undertake any activity that could start a fire, including using disposable barbecues, firepits, garden incinerators, or fireworks.
The alert warned: "Even a small flame can rapidly develop into a major wildfire placing lives, homes, businesses and emergency responders at risk."
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Government Issued Warning
The alert was issued by the UK Government as a severe warning. It is part of an emergency alert system designed to reach millions of phones with important safety information.
