High Level Summary of Statistics Trend Last update: Thursday, June 12, 2008
Fires in Scotland
In 2006, the total number of primary fires in Scotland fell for the seventh consecutive year and was the lowest level in the last 10 years. Primary fires include all fires in buildings (excl derelict), vehicles or outdoor structures or any fire involving casualties, rescues or fires attended by 5 or more appliances. The increase in total fires in 2006 compared to 2005 was driven by an increase in the number of secondary and chimney fires, although since 1997 there has been a general downward trend in the number of chimney fires. Secondary fires are the majority of outdoor fires including grassland and refuse fires.
In 2006, there were a total of 52 fatalities and 1,635 non fatal casualties in fires in Scotland. In comparison to other UK countries, Scotland has consistently had a relatively high rate of fatal and non-fatal casualties per head of population.
Source: Justice Analytical Services, FDR1 and FDR3 data collection
Note (1): Including late call, heat and smoke damage only incidents.
Note (2): Figures are based on sample data weighted to Fire and Rescue Service totals.
Note (3): Includes estimates for incidents occurring during ten days of industrial action in November 2002.
Note (4): Includes estimates for incidents occurring during industrial action in January and February 2003.
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