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Why severe wildfires are becoming more frequent in the UK and how to cope with the health risks

Wildfires are actually common in the UK, although most are typically small and of short duration. Hot, dry weather can dry out vegetation providing fuel for fires and increase the risk of wildfires. Climate change projections suggest we will see conditions more favourable for larger, more severe wildfires.

Why severe wildfires are becoming more frequent in the UK and how to cope with the health risks

We haven't written up this one. UK Health Security Agency has the full story — the link below goes straight to it.

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