North Wales Fire and Rescue Service is continuing to monitor several wildfire hotspots across the region as firefighters carry out precautionary inspections following a series of major blazes.

Crews remain on the ground at Capelulo near the Sychnant Pass, the Rhinogydd mountain range near Cwm Bychan, Harlech, and on Bangor Mountain to ensure there are no signs of fires reigniting while the risk remains high.

The fire service has reassured the public that these are precautionary re-inspections but is asking people to contact North Wales Fire and Rescue Service only if they see visible flames or if smoke becomes excessive in their area.

With the countryside remaining exceptionally dry, people are also being urged to stay away from the affected areas and to take extra care to reduce the risk of further wildfires.

Firefighters are asking the public not to use disposable barbecues or light open fires, to avoid carrying out controlled burning, to dispose of cigarettes responsibly and to take litter home.

The latest appeal follows a number of significant wildfire incidents across North Wales in recent weeks, including a major blaze in the Rhinogydd mountains that required a multi-agency response involving specialist wildfire teams and aerial support. Fire crews also tackled fires on Bangor Mountain and in the Conwy area as prolonged dry weather created ideal conditions for fires to spread rapidly.

Wildfires can cause widespread damage to wildlife habitats, destroy large areas of countryside and place nearby communities at risk. They also demand significant emergency service resources, with firefighters often spending days in difficult terrain bringing blazes under control.

North Wales Fire and Rescue Service has thanked residents and visitors for their continued patience, support and cooperation, saying everyone's efforts to act responsibly during the current dry spell will play an important role in helping to prevent further fires.