Two specialist wildfire bases set up in North West (opens original article in a new tab)

The UK government has established two wildfire bases in Lancashire and Greater Manchester as part of a £100m investment to combat increasing wildfire risks. The teams received training in tactical burning and international collaboration, with the initiative aiming to reduce the growing threat of wildfires exacerbated by climate change.

• Two specialist wildfire bases established in North West of England
• Nearly £100m investment in wildfire teams and equipment
• Training included tactical burning and international exchanges