Scots urged to 'stay vigilant' as wildfire risk very high

• 01The Scottish Fire and Rescue Service and the Scottish Wildlife Forum issued a wildfire warning for central Highlands, southern, and eastern Scotland from Wednesday through next Monday.
• 02Temperatures are forecast to reach 28C on Wednesday around Fort William, with very dry weather expected in central and western areas for the rest of the week.
• 03A prolonged heatwave has resulted in wildfires burning in parts of the UK, with major incidents declared in Conwy, north Wales, and Glossop, Derbyshire, on Sunday.
• 04Scotland recorded its hottest day of the year at the end of June with a peak temperature of 31.2C in Threave, Dumfries and Galloway.
• 05Gritters were deployed to spread sand on main roads in Scotland to reflect heat and cool the surface due to extreme temperatures.
• 06Kevin Dingwall, the Scottish fire service's wildfire tactical adviser, stated that hot, dry conditions increase wildfire risk and advised against lighting outdoor fires or barbecues.
• 07Wildfires affected Hampshire, Durham, West Sussex, East Sussex, Devon, and Somerset over the weekend.
• 08A heatwave is defined as temperatures of 25C and above recorded for three consecutive days, a condition likely to occur in Scotland this week.

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Scottish authorities issued a high-risk wildfire warning for central, southern, and eastern Scotland through next Monday as temperatures approach 28C and dry conditions persist. This alert coincides with major fire incidents across the UK, including in Wales and England, driven by a prolonged heatwave that previously set a national record high of 31.2C in June. Officials are urging the public to remain vigilant and avoid outdoor fires, citing the significant damage wildfires can cause to property and wildlife.