During 2026, many wildfires have occurred across the United Kingdom, fuelled by several record-breaking heatwaves. As of 10 August, over 23,359 ha have been burnt, with 72 fires larger than 30 ha bein
Fire-damaged moorland near Aviemore
Fire damage in Calderdale.
A fire on Arthur's Seat on 25 May.
On 14 August, an alert was sent to phones in England and Wales about the risk of wildfires.
2025 was the United Kingdom's worst year for wildfires on record, with the highest area of land affected by them since records began in 2012. Over 47,879 ha was burnt, surpassing the previous annual r
2026 United Kingdom wildfires
…Information System (EFFIS) keeps records of wildfires in Europe and has maintained a database since 2004. This year's fires have not been as severe as the previous year's, which saw both the highest burned area and number of fires since the EFFIS's records began, reaching 47,879 ha (118,310 acres; 184.86 sq mi; 478.79…
Burnt land on the Sugar Loaf.
Burnt gorse near St Bees, seen on 11 April.
Smoke from a fire in the Mourne Mountains on 6 April.