Scotland’s emergency services issue a warning about a “very high” risk of wildfires across parts of the country. The Scottish Fire and Rescue Service advises people to “stay vigilant” and act responsibly to reduce the chance of fires starting and spreading. The warning is issued for central Highlands, as well as southern and eastern Scotland, and it applies from Wednesday, according to the reports. The public guidance focuses on staying alert to wildfire conditions and taking care with activities that could ignite vegetation, reflecting the increased fire danger in the affected areas. Across the coverage, outlets reiterate that the risk level is unusually high and that residents should follow official advice from fire and rescue services during the period covered by the alert. The message is consistent: people in the warned regions should remain watchful and take practical steps to prevent fires while emergency services monitor conditions.