Firefighters are set to patrol heathlands in Dorset after more arson attacks.
Emergency services tackled a series of fires in Purbeck on Saturday 28 March – reminiscent of last year’s suspicious wildfires in the same area.
Police say that at least three separate fires were located in the area of the B3075 Morden Road and the Holton Heath Trading Park, near Wareham.
Dorset and Wiltshire Fire and Rescue Service have confirmed that firefighters will be patrolling the Dorset heathlands this bank holiday weekend.
A spokesperson said: “Fire crews will be patrolling the heathlands in Dorset this weekend to ensure that visitors can safely enjoy our open spaces.
“If you spot them, don’t hesitate to stop by for a chat and learn more about the important prevention work being done!”
Addressing the recent fires, Group Manager Wayne Jones said: “Last summer was one of the most challenging for wildfires that we’ve ever faced, so it’s incredibly frustrating to have had these suspicious fires. Incidents like these destroy wildlife, impact our local communities, and have a financial cost to the Service that we can’t afford.
“We would urge anyone who has information about these fires to contact the police. If you see a fire in the countryside, please report it immediately to the Fire & Rescue Service on 999. Early detection can prevent fires from developing into large wildfire incidents.”
