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Taking care of yourself during grass fire season.

10/08/26

Warmer weather brings an increased risk of grass fires across our area.

Grass fire smoke can affect your breathing, irritate your skin and eyes, and cause chest pains as well as worsen existing conditions such as asthma.

Follow this advice on how to stay safe if where you live is affected by grass fire smoke.

  • If you see a wildfire, get to a safe place, call 999 and ask for the Fire Service. 
  • Follow advice from the emergency services.
  • Stay inside and keep windows and doors closed.
  • Turn off any air conditioning.
  • If you must go outside when there is a fire, avoid or limit your time spent in areas affected by smoke or ash.
  • If you are travelling, keep your vehicle windows and air vents closed and turn off the air conditioning.
  • Carry your inhaler with you if you need one. 
  • If you have symptoms and they do not improve when inside, away from smoke or ash, ask for advice from your GP or NHS 111. 

If you are concerned about symptoms caused by grass fire smoke call NHS 111 Wales or visit the NHS 111 Wales website

NHS 111 Wales is available 24 hours a day, every day. You can call if you are feeling ill and unsure what to do. You can also access a wide range of health information on conditions and treatments.

Help protect yourself and the environment

  • Do not start fires
  • Swap BBQs for picnics
  • Discard cigarettes responsibly
  • Clear away rubbish, bottles and any broken glass to avoid them magnifying the sun and starting a fire.

The Wales Wildfire Board are encouraging you to be #wildfirewise this spring and summer. Find out more from the Fire Service website.