Fire Service urges residents to enjoy the sun responsibly

With temperatures continuing to rise, Staffordshire Fire and Rescue Service is urging people to enjoy the sun responsibly.

This comes after the service saw a 70% increase in the number of outdoor fires from April to September last year, in comparison to the same period the previous year. 

The service has issued a list of tips to help people stay safe including not driving the morning after a big night out, considering underwater hazards and educating children on the consequences of starting deliberate fires.