Map reveals areas most at risk to wildfires as heatwave sparks huge infernos across the UK
- Posted on July 13, 2026
- By Daily Mail
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In brief
The Met Office's Fire Severity Index identifies critical wildfire risk zones across the United Kingdom during an intense heatwave period. Southern England emerges as particularly vulnerable, with West Sussex regions including Chichester and Bognor Regis facing heightened fire danger. This analysis highlights how extreme weather conditions amplify wildfire threats in specific geographic areas, emphasizing the urgent need for enhanced fire prevention measures and emergency preparedness in at-risk communities.
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Map reveals areas most at risk to wildfires as heatwave sparks huge infernos across the UK
The Met Office's Fire Severity Index (FSI) said parts of southern England were most at risk from blazes including around Chichester and Bognor Regis in West Sussex.
