Soldiers praised for 'phenomenal job' helping crews tackle wildfires
Summary
Military soldiers from the Queen's Own Gurkha Logistic Regiment and other units are helping firefighters tackle multiple wildfires in south Wales. Fire officers thank the military for providing important support like moving water and building fire breaks, which allows firefighters to focus on their specialist work.Key Facts
- About 200 soldiers from the Queen's Own Gurkha Logistic Regiment, plus support from Royal Engineers, Royal Logistics Corps, and Army helicopters, are assisting with wildfires.
- Fire crews from different parts of the UK, including London and Cumbria, are also helping fight the fires.
- Around 14 separate wildfires are being managed in south Wales as of Sunday.
- Soldiers help with logistics tasks like distributing water and digging trenches to create fire breaks.
- Moving water is crucial because the local water system is under strain due to fire fighting efforts.
- The UK government sent a national emergency fire alert to mobile phones in England and Wales to warn people about the danger.
- Some members of the public have not followed safety rules, such as burning tyres near fire-prone areas.
- Local officials and firefighters appreciate the help but warn that such wildfires should not become a common event.
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