Chemical and environmental hazards

Why severe wildfires are becoming more frequent in the UK and how to cope with the health risks

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Aerial view of a residential street bordered by dense vegetation, with two fire engines and an emergency vehicle responding to a wildfire in Kent. Smoke drifts from the vegetation beside the road, while rows of houses line the opposite side and firefighters work near the vehicles.

Wildfires are actually common in the UK, although most are typically small and of short duration. Hot, dry weather can dry out vegetation providing fuel for fires and increase the risk of wildfires. Climate change projections suggest we will see conditions more favourable for larger, more severe wildfires.  

How to protect your home and family from the invisible danger of carbon monoxide

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Gas hob in a kitchen with all 4 hobs burning with an orange flame

As the weather turns colder and we close our windows and turn on our heating, there's an invisible danger that can leak into our homes. Carbon monoxide (CO) is a colourless, odourless gas that you cannot see, smell or taste - but it can kill.