Scottish Fire and Rescue Service – Wildfire Prevention Campaign

Spring is the most critical period for wildfires in Scotland.

Scottish Fire and Rescue Service are urging the public to be aware of wildfire risk this Spring as figures show almost 80% of large outdoor fires since 2010, were recorded between March and May.

On Monday 3 March 2025, they launched their Wildfire Prevention Campaign to highlight the risk of wildfires, promoting key prevention messages across social media channels to educate people how to behave responsibly when outdoors and how to keep safe.

Further guidance on how to prevent wildfires as well as find active Wildfire Danger Assessments can be found on their website.

When Scotland is at high threat of wildfires, we alert the public and partners through social media and our website, of the areas across Scotland that are most likely to be affected.

SFRS have provided an information pack available via our website  and resources can be shared on social media channels over the coming weeks to extend the prevention messages to a wider audience.

With sensible precautions, the public can play a crucial part in preventing wildfires from damaging wildlife, environment and rural communities.