London Fire Brigade (LFB) is preparing for the growing number of wildfires with regular drills in London's parks. Since experiencing its busiest day since World War Two in 2022, LFB has dedicated more resources to tackling wildfires in the capital, nearly half of which is made up of green space.
The Texas flooding in 2025 killed over 100 people, while L.A. wildfires resulted in 30 deaths and destruction of over 15,000 homes and businesses. These events reflect challenges in disaster preparedness for extreme weather.
Residents are anxious about potential lead contamination from wildfires. The invisible nature of lead makes it challenging to assess safety, causing frustration and uncertainty among families.
The lawyers argue that evidence from the Hurst fire directly correlates to the ignition mechanism of the Saddleridge fire, indicating potential equipment failure at Edison.