Warwickshire Fire and Rescue Service is urging parents, carers and communities to remain vigilant this summer after firefighters attended 134 deliberate fires across Warwickshire in the first six months of 2026, with incidents expected to increase during the school summer holidays. Warwickshire's recent heat waves, school holidays and more time spent outdoors can create the conditions for a rise in deliberate fire setting. Warwickshire Fire ServiceData shows a clear link between higher temperatures and an increase in outdoor fires. Councillor Robert Gisbourne, portfolio holder for Fire & Rescue, Community Safety and Flooding at Warwickshire County Council, said: "Every deliberate fire has the potential to become a serious incident. “Deliberate fire setting is not only dangerous but can also be a criminal offence, with serious consequences for those involved.