At 9.15pm on Wednesday, April 24th, the Abercrave, Morriston and Pontardawe crews were called to an incident on Mynydd Gelliwastad, Clydach.
Crews responded to a wildfire which destroyed approximately four hectares of grass. At the height of the incident, the fire front measured approximately 150 metres long. Crews utilised wildfire blowers, beaters and knapsacks to extinguish the fire. Crews continued to check for hot spots before leaving the scene at 11.29pm. It is believed the fire was started deliberately.
#WildfireWise
The Wales Wildfire Board is encouraging you to be #WildfireWise this spring and summer.
As the seasons change, and the promise of warmer weather is on the horizon, it is the ideal time to enjoy a variety of outdoor activities, booking your staycations or holidays, take your family on a camping trip, or just enjoy your local area.
Summertime carries with it a real set of dangers if you do not follow practical and correct safety advice appropriate for this time of year. A few simple precautions and a little extra care could keep you, your family, communities and the environment safe.
During the summer, grass and mountains can become very dry, which means if you deliberately or accidentally start a fire outdoors it will spread very quickly, destroying everything in its path.
Find out more here.
