Help to prevent moorland fires
Current level on Dartmoor: High
Fire risk ratings for Dartmoor National Park
Low: Dartmoor National Park carries a fire risk all year round. The landscape is predominantly peatland with large areas of conifer forest,
which can burn even in cold weather.
Moderate: The ground is dry and there's a heightened risk of wildfire.
Remember that fires are not permitted in the National Park, to help reduce danger to communities, wildlife, livestock and the
moor's unique landscape.
High: Fire will start easily and spread quickly under these conditions. Help prevent wildfires by not lighting any fires or BBQS.
Stay safe and be vigilant, reporting smoke or flames without delay.
Extreme: This is the highest level of fire risk on Dartmoor. Any wildfire that breaks out now will be extremely dangerous.
Do not light any fires, BBQs or camp stoves to help protect yourself, others and the
landscape.
Dartmoor National Park Rangers may restrict access to certain areas during extreme conditions under the CRoW Act.
IF YOU SPOT A WILDFIRE, CONTACT THE FIRE SERVICE IMMEDIATELY ON 999
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Fires spread quickly across moorland vegetation and can be devastating to the landscape and wildlife, especially ground nesting birds. Fires also put livestock and members of the public at risk.
No open fires or BBQs
During periods of prolonged dry weather there is a very high fire risk, please do not use open fires and barbecues on all open moorland within the National Park.
To help reduce the risk of fires further, please:
- Do not discard cigarettes, matches or lighters
- Beware that glass bottles left on the ground can start fires. Leave no trace
- Take notice of any advisory or warning signs
- Follow directions from National Park Rangers and Emergency Services
If you see anything suspicious please phone the police on 101.
In the event of seeing a fire, please report it quickly to the fire service on 999 with the location, so that they can take action.