The Prime Minister urges shops to withdraw disposable barbecues from sale, citing wildfire risk amid unusually hot conditions. The request follows concerns that the devices can ignite easily in dry weather, increasing the chances of fires spreading.
The Prime Minister chairs a meeting of the Government’s emergency Cobra committee in response to the heat, wildfires and drought. Across the sources provided, the emphasis is on the government’s immediate emergency response and measures aimed at reducing ignition risks during a period of high fire danger. While the outlets focus on the same core action—seeking removal of the products from shops—one source also frames the step as part of broader government coordination through Cobra rather than as a standalone policy announcement. The available text does not specify enforcement details, timelines, or scope beyond the sale of disposable barbecues.
Overall, the reports present a coordinated government effort to address drought-related fire hazards during a heatwave, with the proposed retail withdrawal forming a key element of the response.
