Wildfire: A Warning from the Midlands
After wildfires destroyed 38 homes in the Midlands in August 2026, Mary Rhodes meets affected residents and asks what can be done to prevent similar devastation in the future.
Following the wildfires that destroyed 38 homes in the Midlands in August 2026, Mary Rhodes meets affected residents, firefighters and experts to examine what lessons can be learnt from one of the UK's most destructive recent wildfire events. With scientists predicting that climate change will increase the frequency and severity of wildfires in the UK, the 麻豆社 investigates whether warning systems and preparedness measures are fit for purpose. From national policy to household action, what changes could help reduce the risk of similar devastation elsewhere in the UK?
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Credits
| Role | Contributor |
|---|---|
| Reporter | Mary Rhodes |
| Director | Karen Hughes |
| Producer | Nadine Towell |
| Executive Producer | Lucy Collins |
| Commissioning Editor | Colin Campbell |
Broadcast
- Yesterday 19:30麻豆社 One West Midlands, East Midlands, East Midlands HD & West Midlands HD only
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