London heatwave: More than 800 grass fires in six weeks

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London heatwave: More than 800 grass fires in six weeks
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While some are enjoying the hot weather, firefighters have a request for Londoners during this heatwave. 👇

Around six hectares of wasteland, shrubs and school playing fields caught fire in Norbury last monthLondon Fire Brigade says the fires total 816 since the start of last month to 12 July.

The English capital is bracing for extreme heat weather conditions, leading LFB to urge people not to have barbecues on grass or on balconies."Barbecuing on dry grass is reckless and can easily cause a really serious fire - damaging the immediate area and risking nearby properties."It's easier than you might think for a balcony fire to spread to others, which could not only leave you homeless but displace hundreds of your neighbours too.

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