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Elan Valley Wildfires Brought Under Control as Crews Prepare to Withdraw

Heavy rain plus helicopter water drops helped protect sensitive peat and nesting habitats.

Overview

  • Fire crews in the Elan Valley near Cwmystwyth are preparing to leave after more than five days of work, with the wildfires now under control.
  • Heavy rainfall combined with continued helicopter water drops from Natural Resources Wales cooled hotspots in areas that were hard for ground teams to reach.
  • Mid and West Wales Fire and Rescue Service led a joint operation with NRW and partner agencies across sites near Claerwen Reservoir and Teifi Pools.
  • Public health advice remains in place due to lingering smoke, with residents told to keep windows closed and to contact NHS 111 Wales if they feel unwell.
  • Hafod Estate remains closed as a precaution, and agencies urge #WildfireWise steps such as avoiding open fires, skipping disposable BBQs, and taking litter home.