Wildfires and floods cost emergency services 11m

London's emergency services have incurred over £11 million in costs from wildfires and flooding since 2018, highlighting the urgent need for climate resilience investment. The London Fire Brigade reported 808 wildfires, with expenses exceeding £5. 4 million. In 2025 alone, the brigade dealt with 21 wildfire incidents, deploying 4,022 personnel at a cost of £766,000. Flooding has increasingly affected the city as well, costing £5.

8 million, including £557,000 for 195 incidents this year. Leonie Cooper, Labour's environment spokesperson, stated that the impacts of climate change are evident in London today. Havering borough has experienced the most wildfires, with 158 incidents recorded since 2018. Assistant Commissioner Pat Goulbourne emphasized the importance of preventative measures and continued investment in resources. The Mayor of London, Sir Sadiq Khan, is participating in the C40 World Mayors Summit to discuss urban climate strategies.