Norfolk emergency services and local councils are strengthening plans for major incidents after a summer of significant wildfire activity locally.
Emergency services and council leaders across Norfolk are joining forces to strengthen the county's preparedness for major incidents and ensure communities are better equipped to respond to emergencies.
Representatives from Norfolk Fire and Rescue Service, Norfolk Police, the British Red Cross and local authorities have come together to discuss how organisations can work more closely during serious incidents.
The initiative follows a challenging summer in which firefighters tackled significant wildfires across the county, including major incidents at Mousehold Heath, Kelling Heath and Shouldham Woods.
The prolonged hot and dry conditions highlighted the importance of coordinated emergency planning, particularly in rural areas where access and resources can present additional challenges.
Discussions have focused on improving communication between agencies, identifying vulnerable communities and making sure support is available when emergencies occur.
The work also aims to help residents understand how they can prepare for events such as flooding, severe weather, wildfires and prolonged power cuts.
Norfolk's emergency planning arrangements bring together public services and voluntary organisations to coordinate responses and support communities during major incidents.
The British Red Cross encourages households to consider how they would manage if essential services were disrupted, including having emergency supplies and contact information readily available.
The organisations hope closer cooperation will help Norfolk respond more effectively to future emergencies while supporting residents and businesses affected by serious incidents.
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