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Firefighters face the potential of attending thousands of deliberate fires this summer

During the summer months last year, firefighters in Scotland responded to at least 40 deliberate fires every day.

Firefighters in Fife raise concerns over deliberate outdoor fires as wildfire warning continues

More than 100 deliberate fires were recorded in Fife during March with 16 recorded in the first ten days of April, despite an ongoing wildfire warning.

Latest Fire Safety and Organisational Statistics

Newly released figures show there were 21 physical attacks on firefighters recorded across Scotland in 2024-25.

Spring is the most critical period for wildfires in Scotland

Firefighters are urging the public to be aware of wildfire risk this Spring as figures show almost 80% of large outdoor fires since 2010 were recorded between March and May.

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SFRS is recruiting the next generation of firefighters

Applications for wholetime firefighter roles will open on Thursday, 14 August.

Home fire safety visits

Find out what is a Home Fire Safety Visit, who can get one, and how to arrange a visit.

Selection process

The process of applying for a firefighter control role.

New course sets the standard on controlled burning for land managers

Land managers who carry out muirburn are being encouraged by the Scottish Fire and Rescue Service to complete a new course that aims to uphold the highest of standards of the practice to protect the environment.