Military drills spark hundreds of wildfires in UK
Summary
Military training exercises have sparked hundreds of wildfires on Ministry of Defence (MoD) sites in the UK since 2023. These fires are difficult to manage due to unexploded bombs from past military activities. The MoD has policies to limit live ammunition usage, but locals are calling for stricter measures to prevent these fires.Key Facts
- Since 2023, military drills in the UK have caused 385 wildfires on MoD land.
- Unexploded ordnance from past military activities makes firefighting dangerous.
- In the first six months of the current year, military activities caused 101 out of 134 wildfires.
- Firefighters often cannot access dangerous areas, allowing fires to burn out naturally.
- Locals have complained about smoke pollution, which can affect health and safety.
- The MoD monitors risks and sometimes restricts live fire training.
- Villagers have suggested a ban on live fire exercises during the hottest months.
- Military training sites have left unexploded bombs from as far back as World War II.
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