THE Leader of Redditch Borough Council – who is also a watch commander at the town’s fire station – has called on the town’s residents to make sure they are extra careful when it comes to fire risks during the current heatwave.
Councillor Matt Dormer said: “We have the situation on Saddleworth Moor, and we’ve also had a big fire in Malvern recently.
Council Leader Matt Dormer.
“Redditch has a vast amount of green spaces, which are at high risk right now.”
Coun Dormer’s advice is to make sure all smoking materials are dealt with properly and safely.
“Cigarettes are a huge risk. Put it out properly, don’t just toss it away and think nothing of it. You could end up starting a huge fire,” said Coun Dormer.
“Bonfires needs to be carefully managed too. Make sure you have hosepipes ready and be careful of the embers coming off the fire as they can float into surrounding areas.”
