Surrey Fire and Rescue Service is urging people to enjoy the outdoors safely this summer as part of a campaign warning residents to avoid starting fires in the countryside.

Each year the fire service deals with more than 450 wildfires, including the ones in Pirbright and Frensham in 2015 and this causes thousands of acres of countryside and wildlife to be destroyed.

Whether at home or out and about, residents and visitors are being asked to Put out cigarettes and other smoking materials properly – never throw them out of a car window and take all litter home to recycle as magnified sunrays from glass bottles and other items can start a fire.

For more on outdoor fire safety visit the government website.