Grass fires in Hayes and Hounslow

Firefighters tackled a number of large grass fires in London on Tuesday.

In addition to significant grass fires in Orpington and Feltham, firefighters were called to a grass fire on Frampton Road in Hounslow.

Around two acres of grassland was damaged by fire. The Brigade was called at 1909 and the fire was under control by 2044. Four fire engines and around 25 firefighters from Heston, Feltham, Ealing and Heathrow fire stations attended the scene.

Shortly after, firefighters were also called to another grass fire on Eton Road in Hayes.

Around two hectares of grass was damaged by fire. The Brigade was called at 1938 and the fire was under control by 2035. Four fire engines and around 25 firefighters from Hayes, Southall, Feltham and Hillingdon fire stations attended the scene.

A London Fire Brigade spokesperson said: “Although the temperature has dropped, grasslands will still be extremely dry.

“We don’t want people to be complacent and that means not barbecuing in parks and open spaces, ensuring cigarettes are properly disposed of and clearing away rubbish and glass as they can magnify the sun and cause a fire.”

Brigade top tips on grass fires:

• Don't have barbecues in parks, public spaces or on balconies.
• Clear away bottles, glasses and any broken glass to avoid them magnifying the sun and starting a fire.
• Dispose of smoking materials such as cigarettes safely - don’t drop cigarettes on dry ground and don’t drop them out of car windows, as they may land on dry grass and lead to a fire.