Camping Cancelled - Had to call 999

I had planned on doing a camping trip with a new survival kit to test out. But things took a turn as I had to call 999 to get fire fighters to help prevent a forest fire that was beginning to spread. I documented what happened and put together this short video on the events.
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[@TAOutdoors]

Some questions answered: - Firstly Wow, I did not expect the overwhelming response from this video. I was originally going to scrap it as I didn’t think people would watch it. But honestly, thank you. - A lot of you have asked what is “what3words”. It’s basically an app which has a map of the world. The world is divided into 3 metre squares. Each square has a unique combination of 3 words (hence “what3words”). This geocode system (app) is widely used here in the U.K. it’s one of the easiest ways to share an exact location and it’s used a lot by emergency services, delivery drivers, people who go camping and outdoors a lot etc.

[@GreeklishOutdoors]

Great job reporting this Mike. You probably stopped a dangerous forest fire. All credit to the fire service for their swift response 🚒🙂👍🌲

[@davecisneros5285]

That is similar to how a hardware wallet for crypto works. There is a big list of words called BIP39 and the right combination of usually 12-24 words actually represents the private alphanumeric key to that wallet.

[@TheCrow11147]

Top work Mike that would of been so so much worse being left. Good job on reporting it 👍🏻

[@shoelacedonkey]

Just installed what3words. Awesome app. Thanks for the recommendation!

[@robertbentley9207]

Good call mike

[@JTL1776]

As a volunteer fire rescue firefighter. Always report something small so it doesn't become a wildfire. Cause a 1 hour call is better than a multi day call.

[@beaulieuc8910]

I reported a fire in a private woodland that was unmanned in Kent reported to firefighters, trees were pine and it was near a petrol station. If i was in car I would not have noticed it I was walking

[@slappy8941]

Cause and because are different words with different meanings.

[@CompostOracle]

@@slappy8941 you know he meant "coz" . no need to be a meanie and point out fawlts

[@looksirdroids9134]

The fact that you're a firefighter isn't really relevant and neither is the fact that you'd rather do a 1 hour call than a multi day.

[@deekelley891]

⁠@@looksirdroids9134yes it is-he is the one with experience and chooses to help others by putting his life on the line. Even so, it’s pretty easy to figure out that there is much less risk to life and property with a small fire than a large one. The unnecessary comment is your own.

[@wadi_dog]

My son is an ex-firefighter. Remember, many of them are volunteers and have to race to the station first. They spend hours on call and are really hard workers. They are not in the job for the money. These guys are some of the best people the country has. Awesome guys, nothing but respect.

[@TAOutdoors]

100% massive respect to them. I have a few friends who are fire fighters and the amount of time they dedicate to the job, not forgetting the danger they put themselves in. Incredible respect to them!

[@wadi_dog]

@@TAOutdoors 100%... Great video, mate; lucky you found it and recognized the fire for what it was. Most people don't realize bonfires can continue to burn under the ground and follow the root system; that was a good call.

[@pr0faker]

and then they have to answer a call like this, thats so retardedly easy to prevent just because people are so dumb and ignorant in nature with fires. Its sad how much time and money is wasted on a simple bbq those idiots had.

[@inregionecaecorum]

I can't have enough respect for firefighters, I literally owe them my life as I would not be here if it was not for them.

[@paulamcclure3402]

​@@inregionecaecorum Bless you and your rescuers. 🙏🕊

[@Mantreaus]

I do not think the people who had the BBQ even care what they almost destroyed. By leaving all of that garbage behind after carrying it all there full. Proves how much they cared. None at all. Thanks, Mike, for showing the world that there are still those who do care and are worth every speck of respect from others.

[@FreedomTooBe]

Seconded. The level of vulgarity that I issued this side of the pond.

[@skeetsmcgrew3282]

I find it hard to believe that most forest fires are totally innocent accidents. Like, a log with deep embers dries out and re-catches fire or something. No, its mostly people like this, disgusting, disrespectful people who never even considered safety

[@Tscharlieh]

The problem is that it is those 1% of careless people who spoil it for all the others. Here in Germany one can’t put a fire or a tent up anywhere anymore, because of such reckless people.

[@richardpack8655]

Fair play to you a very BIG WELL DONE you. Actual HERO and is a good video glad you posted it for some awareness unfortunately common sense isnt that comnon anymore 😅 well done. 🎉🎉🎉

[@annbeirne9583]

Have to agree with you! they just decided to get drunk and have a barbeque without any knowledge of how to put the fire out properly.

[@bartwaterschoot6672]

Ex 999 (well 112 actually, being euro based) dispatcher here. Never feel sorry or weird for making a call. All calls related to fire ar worth it. even if it is just a check up or a bin on fire. It can spread or worst case people can get hurt. Firefighters much rather come one time too often instead of not bothering. You absolutely did the right thing, Mike. Kudos to you and the Fire crew !

[@beaulieuc8910]

great

[@AUSSIE-OUTLAW-01]

Thanks for you're service ex 1st responder! 😎🤘

[@oculusangelicus8978]

Excellent work in noticing the burn site and reporting it. Nothing bothers me more than irresponsible outdoors practices. As a former boyscout and nature lover, we should all adopt the principle of treading lightly in our precious natural regions and leave no trace of your presence. Most importantly, removing all of your trash and ensuring all sources of fire are totally extinguished, and by rem9ving all of your materials, you can ensure something like this will not happen. I wager that the tree at the center of that burn scar will die if it isn't already dead because. I live just outside of Jasper, Alberta, which is a national park of Canada, and the fire that destroyed the downside was incredibly devastating and caused hundreds of millions of dollars of damage. As a born and raised outdoorsman in Alberta, I know all too well about the dangers of fire in our boreal forests. Careless campers can not only destroy thousands of hectares of land but kill countless animals and people caught in the raging fire. We've lost entire communities to Forrest fires and battle raging fires every year during the summertime, and peat fires can last for decades in our forests if left unchecked. So something like this is no small matter, and every effort to determine the source of the fire and prose use the individuals responsible is taken and will be done if it can be determined. I despise people who can not be bothered to put out their fires or set up a fire in an area or place that would catch fire. In some places, there are permanent fire bans, regions vulnerable to fires like peat lands. Our forests here are larger than several European countries put together with no roads or means of access to them, so you can imagine how hard it would be to try and extinguish. Every year thousands of forest firecrackers are flown in by helicopter to battle forest fires that rage out of control. Fire is never to be underestimated! Although I'm not Br8tish, it is awesome to see you doing your part and making content that promotes responsible use of crown land!

[@OriginalLictre]

Seeing rational civic responsibility in action is always a treat, Mike. The fact that you were willing to film your contact with emergency dispatch services, and the fact that they agreed to let you record the experience is also great. So far as content goes, this ranks high for me, because it shows the reality of responsible land use.

[@TAOutdoors]

Thanks, appreciate that. I was sceptical about this whole video when I edited it and if I’m honest I was going to scrap it and not bother. But part of me wanted to put it out there just in case it might help people realise the dangers a simple fire /bbq can make and also how much effort emergency responders put in to helping people and the situations.

[@hudsonbear5038]

@@TAOutdoors Mate this shows 1 how the public are stupid 2 the hassle the fire brigade have to go through to prvent some thing serious... 3 and it shows what folk should be doing. Great Vid Thank you for uploading...

[@Tsiri09]

I'm a fmr Paramedic/volunteer Firefighter. NEVER apologize for doing the right thing. Civic duty is exactly what people need to relearn today. Some firefighting isn't as glamorous as what's seen on tv, and some isn't "modern technology." I've worked more than one fire like this. We mark the spread by doing exactly what they do with the shovel. Those trees could be burning inside- if they break out, it can look like an explosion of fire, throwing coals and burning pieces hundreds of yards/meters in all directions. You likely saved a lot of good forest land and possibly lives/people's homes. WELL DONE and God Bless You!!

[@gailknowles3804]

Oh, please don't apologize. This was an excellent video. Such a valuable lesson for all who have fires in a woodland. My hat is off to the Fire Service and to you for taking action. Every tremendous forest fire begins with a single spark. Because of you, Michael and the Fire Service, the woodland was saved, probably houses and possibly lives. I know you can't see me right now but I'm giving you a standing ovation.

[@Richardjdocherty]

It was a disposable bbq left in Wareham Forrest in 2020 that destroyed 220 hectares of woodland and took 17 days for the fire service to declare it safe - you made the right call Mike

[@whisperofblue]

This was such a great video to put out on a channel. My late husband was Lieutenant Firefighter William H Gadrow. This feels like a bit of a tribute of honor.

[@jackori6685]

Thank you for showing the consequences of not practicing fire safety, and how to recognize one in the early stages so that your viewers can recognize one when they see it. You are a hero by protecting the forest.

[@Slikx666]

Mike. This was probably a more important video that a survival kit video. A survival kit could save a few people's lives but understanding about fires could save hundreds of lives. A few months ago I had to get a new mobile phone and one really nice thing is it's got GPS onboard, so if I ever need to call the emergency services I've got the location. My previous phone was around 10 years old and didn't have half the gadgets on it. And I've posted a link to this video as a community post. Hopefully it'll make people aware of what could happen.

[@Bushcraftfelix]

I do want a new survival kid video, tho because it's one of my favorite series he's made

[@Slikx666]

@@Bushcraftfelix Ok.

[@macfilms9904]

You definitely did the right thing Mike - so often people say "oh I need to do what I came here for, someone will come along" - someone DID come along, YOU! I live in southern California and horrible fires are burning, destroying trails I ride as well as people's homes - it's horrible. Cheers to you for doing the right thing.

[@Benzy670]

Good on you, Mike. No doubt you saved that forest! It definitely would have kept spreading if it went unnoticed.

[@ExtraLongHonkers]

gotta be the worst type of animals in the woods

[@DigitomProductions]

They didn't even finish the sausages!

[@sygnusadun4832]

That's the local wildlife for ya.

[@valkyrie1066]

Right? I'm friends with all of the other ones....humans I don't trust.

[@MistyMeadowsPermacultureFarm]

Thank you for noticing and reporting. As a Fire Prevention Officer with a volunteer fire rescue department, I appreciate your taking action and raising awareness. These types of incidents happen in my rural area, too. The ignoramuses don't care how their actions may result in devastating consequences.

[@patricelangford2723]

As someone who was in many of the Northern California wildfires, I appreciate you calling that in. ❤

[@MrsDonnaE]

As someone who lost everything in one of the Northern CA Fires… couldn’t have said it better myself. A sincerely heartfelt Thank You to everyone who responded then, and those still on duty now!

[@mamnan8953]

This really makes me cross, and it's a shame the culprits can't be sent to jail in my humble opinion. Not only did they leave a huge amount of rubbish behind, but they stupidly had a hot coal bbq to set fire to the peat!!!! It's so difficult putting out a peat fire. Kudos to you for calling it in, and Kudos to the hardworking firemen

[@beaulieuc8910]

where I am the males did the same thing and they left and it started to catch firem trees were pine and next to a petrol station too. I called 999. Had I been in a car, I would not have noticed it, but I was walking to train station people have no common sense these days

[@mamnan8953]

@@beaulieuc8910 I totally agree

[@robreesor5011]

Here in Canada Im pretty sure people that cause a wild fire can be fined and even jailed for starting the fire. There have been people fined for having fires durring active fire ban periods pretty sure fire and police went to one guys place multipule times to put out fires and fine him. Dude was drinking having a party and just being stupid.

[@FreedomTooBe]

But fingerprints?

[@brendaf3132]

​@robreesor5011 We are currently in a FireBan here in North Texas. If it doesn't rain soon we will move into the NoMow condition where mowing will be dangerous. With hot temps, no rain and strong winds it can be extremely dangerous to operate anything that could cause a spark.

[@prometheus_beard]

Well done to the fire brigade. I was Royal Navy and did firefighting there and I was a coastal ranger for a few years with fires on the dunes and woods and if nobody acts quickly, fires are a nightmare. Well done mate for raising the alarm as that could have taken the entire woods out and all the creatures that it would impact and potentially destroy homes or even people. Fire safety is so vital, everyone should be taught in school how to use extinguishers and to raise the alarm asap etc and first aid too.

[@createlovehappy]

I’m in Southern California with giant fires all around us at the moment. So this was a great video to watch about preventing a fire. Well done

[@scipio7837]

Feel your pain...

[@rialobran]

26 years of doing that job and I never get tired of watching the lads at work.

[@kimberlyzamora4437]

Well done Mike. No telling how many resources and woodlands you saved from a horrific fire that winds and dry conditions could of lead too. You are indeed an expert woodsman buddy. ✌️

[@vindivergilio3482]

Thank you for reporting that fire before it got out of hand. In my 30+ year career as both a paid and volunteer firefighter, I have seen too many small brush fires turn into huge forest fires just because nobody cared enough to report it. Some people think they are easy to fight...wrong. some of the hardest and most dangerous fires I fought were in the woods. Thank you again and be careful people when mixing forests with fires.

[@jerryodell1168]

Many years ago there was a fire at the edge of our old growth woods behind the ditch that burned down into muck (peat to some). The muck was 12 to 20 feet deep. The fire burned all the way to the bottom. We had to find the perimeter of the fire. Go out about 8 feet from the outside edge and dig a trench all the way to the bottom and fill the trench with massive amounts of water. We worked about a month trying to stop it. When we thought it was going to burn through, huge rains came, flooded the area, and helped us put out the fire. Strange being glad for a flooded ditch and mucky area.

[@mattchaffin1133]

As a volunteer here in the states. You did the right thing calling it in. Great to see the other side of the pond on fire duty. Great job by all.

[@amandaleigh3852]

Mike - total RESPECT for spotting that and taking responsibility to deal with it even though you just came across it - if you hadn’t…Oi oi! I am constantly disappointed by my fellow humans - no wonder landowners are resistant to wild camping - there are many who do not respect nature. Mate - Bravo! 👏

[@alexwalker9649]

Hampshire fire and recuse are legends. Amazing you did a bit of a tidy up.

[@adamm2091]

I was born and raised in Hampshire. Great to hear and see all this after years away.

[@katwitanruna]

Thank goodness you caught that!!

[@pkwork]

No apologies needed! So happy you called it in!! THANK YOU for helping keep this limited and for showing folks how these fires start!

[@katwitanruna]

Fire safety is so so SO important!!!

[@barrylongermaname398]

I lived near Centralia Pa. I worked in that area for a while. Back in the 60s they had a trash dump and they figured they'd just burn it but it caught seams of coal under the topsoil on fire. It's been 60ish years and it is still burning. They had to move the entire town off. Good catch

[@old-moose]

In my youth, some 55 years ago, I fought many a fire like this for the Oregon Department of Forestry except we had hike in 5 or more miles to find the fire. Those were the days of strong backs & legs. 😊

[@mindf4rt]

Very interesting to see how that works. Also wow, never thought about how fires can just spread underground!

[@skeetsmcgrew3282]

I find fire rings to be so strange. I think the idea is to prevent popping logs from spitting out sparks. But those are generally pretty cool and dont burn for long. I like to soak the ground under my fire pit and then put flat-ish rocks on the bottom. Not fool-proof if you have a fire going for many hours but it can help stop something like this from happening

[@seanmcguire1952]

It's cool that the firemen let you film them. Even though it wasn't your plan, this was not only interesting, but a great lesson on responsible fire craft. Kudos for calling it in.

[@romac9516]

Good move Mike, and bless those lads who tipped up. Looks like a huge underground fire.

[@brendantoughey3964]

People like that don't deserve the privilege of being out in nature. Besides not extinguishing their fire properly they also left one heck of a mess. I hate litter bugs. 😢

[@kaczan3]

I bet they also hate dogs.

[@graceygrumble]

The mess angers me more than the fire, to be honest.

[@phubblewubbphubblewubb]

@@graceygrumble I know what you mean, pure laziness and irresponsibility.

[@bosse641]

Disgusting people.

[@10191927]

Good thing you were there to catch it just in time, could’ve been worse

[@Heeman5]

I retired from fire after 31 years of service. Did a lot of wildland firefighting. Those guys used the hand line superbly. They know what they are talking about and doing. Awesome job on their behalf. Firefighting is international. 🤙🏼🤙🏼🤙🏼

[@ChimichangaGuy]

The world needs more people like Mike ❤

[@janreynolds2476]

Thank you for filming what happens when people aren't careful or don't respect the little areas of beautiful nature we have left to enjoy. ❤

[@martinwyke]

Well done to the fire crew and extra kudos for recognising the opportunity to educate the public via your videoing.

[@alexpervanoglu7420]

I live in the Sierra Nevada in Spain. We have serious wildfires. We have a phone app and 112 to report fires on. They fight the fires with helicopters, planes and ground crews. One of the permanent heliports is below me in the mountain valley. Here we NEVER EVER hesitate to report fire, NEVER. You totally did the right thing.

[@nevercommentnotevenonce9334]

Pero si la sierra está nevada cómo va a agarrar fuego, tío? 😂

[@alexpervanoglu7420]

@@nevercommentnotevenonce9334 Porque durante la mayor parte del año no están cubiertos de nieve y la nieve, incluso en invierno, solo llega hasta cierta altura. Vayan a ver los incendios que tenemos aquí. No es ninguna broma.

[@alexpervanoglu7420]

@@nevercommentnotevenonce9334 Porque durante la mayor parte del año no están cubiertos de nieve y la nieve, incluso en invierno, solo llega hasta cierta altura. Vayan a ver los incendios que tenemos aquí. No es ninguna broma.

[@rubyjackson5630]

My son is the cheif of our local Volunteer fire department and they have seen it all in the forest fires. Its really sad that partying has become the norm in the forest. They should impose stiff laws against this. These fire fighters put their lives on the line every day because of the disrespectful generation in society today. They all should be held to full responsibility of their action and prosecuted to the fullest! Thank you for calling this in or it could've been so much worse!! 🇱🇷

[@mattbrown5511]

This was more important than a camping video, Mike. I appreciate you phoning this in. The damage could have so much worse.

[@craigmacdonald4987]

Well done Mike! And well done Fire & Rescue service! ❤

[@seawench555]

Just yesterday, somebody set fire to the Bush near my house, it really went up as it's thick dry bushland with big mother trees, the fire brigade were brilliant, it took 2hrs to extinguish, but it was so dangerous, the smoke filled my house and burning ash landing on my roof, we were scared and angry. These people have no care or give a dam that they cause such damage. We have many koalas too. Then at 4am I heard a massive tree come down just across the rd, obviously it was still burning. I rang 000 in Aussie and they were fantastic. Thanks for sharing. 💯🇦🇺

[@achimklinkhammer_150]

Every bushcrafter should share this video with his friends - this danger cannot be pointed out enough! Greets from Germany and thank you for showing us this!

[@keithhigdon3741]

Well done glad you were there and stopping what could have been a huge loss

[@zippitydoodah5693]

Excellently done, all around. Props to you for being aware and searching out the smell. Props to you for calling it in. Props to the men of the Fire Department that came and dealt with it professionally, efficiently, and kindly. This was educational and informative.

[@josequins9099]

You definitely did NOT overreact. You were right to call it in. Well done, Mike.

[@benwilkinson4013]

Just watched this with my son, a lesson in each of your vids, evidence of exactly what you ( and i ) have shared about fire safety and being wary of our impact on our camps and the environment. Many thanks for stepping up and doing the right thing 👊

[@toddablett4493]

Great video. Those type of conditions are what make fighting the big forest fires we get here in Canada (and parts of the US) so hard to put out even once the big visible flames are out. You did a great service by showing this event. Keep up the good work.

[@delwicheromain2759]

Had to do the same kind of call a few years back when walking my dogs, but it was late at night and in southern France so even more worrying, knowing how fast fires can spread here. Great on those firefighters for letting you film their intervention, this'll help with awareness and fire safety/prevention.

[@22fairywings]

You absolute legend for calling the fire brigade, we need to keep are forested and woodlands for our future generations, that was a good call mate, well done. Plus love you and your dad camping. Good lad

[@iancompton1471]

North American viewer here! This kind of thing has caused hundreds of deaths and thousands of acres of destruction over here. You're absolutely right that that's how it starts. Thank You so much for releasing this video. Good on you!

[@TruthInBeauty]

I genuinely enjoy the new series and thoroughly look forward to next week. HOWEVER this video felt like watch someone make a difference in real time and that doesn't happen enough on the internet. Thank you. Truly. Thank you for spreading the message of being a decent human being and showing an example.

[@Someloke8895]

I have always made it a habit that the last thing I do regarding coals/fires, is to douse it in water when I'm done. BBQs, Campfires, Fireplaces... just to be safe. I also don't place Disposable BBQs directly on the ground but try and elevate them on rocks/stones or my mate brings a solid metal sheet to put them on. Even when burning garden waste, we use a specific spot, that has already been burnt and we soak the edges down with a hose before we light it.

[@ronpeacock9939]

I have lived for the last 15 years in an area of the US prone to wild/forest fires. This kind of thing in the woods is well known because all of the leaves that falll, decompose then you can see this after the cycle repeats. People just don't realize how dangerous that can be. This was probably your most instructional video you've done... and that's saying something.

[@nevercommentnotevenonce9334]

I want to say that I commend you on putting up the video too, because this also helps raising awareness on the matter of unattended fires and why we should always conduct safe and responsible fire extinguishing practices while camping, hiking or doing any kind of outdoors activities that involves a fire. Thanks, Mike. Blessings.

[@CoffeeandCoilsYT]

As an ex fire fighter myself from East Sussex i can say some of these types of jobs are the hardest to deal with because of hidden spread. I was retained which is classed as part time as its providing cover outside of a regular day job. Many times i had been called out throughout the night to the early hours then had to get dressed and go to my day job. You never forget how difficult the job can be. Also never apologise for making that call, its always worth making it no matter how small you think it ended up being.

[@imm0rtalitypassi0n]

Thank you for doing this. It's such a much needed education point. Too many people don't realize the dangers of underground fires.

[@laurabryannan]

You're a hero, Mike. Great job!

[@Fishing_bros1358]

No respect for the land. Doesnt hurt to clean up your mess and make sure you leave it how you expect to find it. Well done for calling it in

[@craigmooring2091]

Well done, Mike!! Good looking out! It is bad enough that they just abandoned all that trash that is so easily recycled, but it is just unconscionable that they failed to fully extinguish their fires. Don't be sorry that you did not get a camping vid up. This is truly a great public service. I would very much like to hear a full description of what the "WHAT THREE WORDS" system is and how it works.

[@jonharvey6277]

What three words is an app that assigns three words to your GPS location I think it's a one meter square at a time it is specifically intended for situations like this where you are nowhere near any distinct landmarks

[@DanielDan-rg9zw]

Back when I was 5-10 years old we had a cartoon, *Rescue Heroes* was called and it would show different danger scenarios and how to prevent them! Edit: Rescue Heroes TV show from 1997 to 2013 was a Rescuing team that didn't tackle just with fire, but a lot of other dangerous situations! They were literally the Avengers of that time! One episode I remember was specifically about this, a forest fire that started from a little campfire that was done wrong in a leafy dry spot! Those were the good old cartoons that actually had an impact and put a little fear in a kids mind, to be mindful of things like this... The poo kids watch nowadays is horrendous!

[@natschked]

Awesome video Mike!! I have heard you talking about proper fire safety in many of your videos over the years and this is a perfect example of what happens when fire is handled improperly.

[@wraithchild666]

So much respect for fire crews. Amazing bunch of people.

[@Rider3322]

You did the right thing, thank you for not ignoring this.

[@dannymatthews6365]

Way to go Mike! You have done a great service to not only the land owner but the folks who utilize the forest for recreation and regaining peace of mind. You should be recognized as a true hero. Mad respect my friend!

[@karlahernandez5750]

This was a very important message. Thank you for putting this out to the public.

[@revaflowers3115]

OMG! As an American, I am so aware of what raging fire can do to forests and communities. I am so glad you found this fire before it got out of control and do so much more damage.

[@wastelander1832]

Man good on you for knowing what you were looking at then calling it in. Unfortunate that you had to do that. Cheers from Iowa.

[@BehoorlijkInventief]

Something like this is very important to show. Many people don't know the risks of a BBQ in the forest. So thanks for this informative video and the survival kit can wait!

[@natemeyer6620]

Good Job getting it taken care of!!

[@chrisharke3929]

Viewer from Alberta here. This is exactly how some of our wildfires are. Seemingly out, but smoldering in the peaty 'muskeg' only to be fanned to life again under the right conditions.

[@spacekat8249]

This sort of trouble is also due to the word "disposable" BBQ, people think it's ok anywhere anytime... But it's still a type of fire and you have to take precautions using it !

[@skeetsmcgrew3282]

honestly probably far worse than a fire. Especially if you are burning pine. Those coals on the ground would get so little oxygen and burn hot for freaking ever. Maybe worst case scenario, dumping out charcoal

[@spacekat8249]

@@skeetsmcgrew3282 That's what I think too!

[@jerryrape3070]

One of your best videos Mike shows what real HEROS do every day.

[@Thanetian577]

The fire may have been an accident, the litter is not !

[@heidih2887]

Thanks for this video Mike! As others stated, SEEING what careless behavior can do is important for education, to see how far a fire can smolder and spread underground and so on. THANKS for being a good role model by #1 NOTICING, and #2, sticking around to make sure the firefighters found the area and so on, AND checking again the next morning! I haven't fought fires in a number of years now, but firefighting and fire prevention is still very much part of me. Living in the NW portion of the USA, I was delighted to get the close-up looks at the firefighting gear, gauges and so on. Our fire journals would occasionally run detailed stories about firefighting/rescue in other countries, but still photos and written words are nothing like seeing it in action! I'm SO glad they allowed you to film! Cheers, and thank you to the firefighters and dispatchers! 🥰

[@matthewmelton8094]

nice to see an ordinary citizen can still make a difference. good call Mike!

[@acamparargentina]

Mate, you are a hero in my book! I always stress overlimits about the importance of conciously putting off a fire. This is what happens (and a call to attention of what could happen afterwards) when people isn't responsible enough with fire control while camping or just making a bbq in the outdoors.

[@funky8431]

Wow! Good on you for calling that. Unbelievable how some disregard nature like that. Good on those fire fighters aswell such amazing people doing amazing service. Thanks for releasing this as a video. Hopefully people can learn from this video on how to properly put out a fire. Thanks for the great content!

[@HitokiriRaiden]

Props to finding it and calling the fire department, honestly not a bad response and was pretty chill and friendly. The ones where I live not so much lol.

[@bigbasil1908]

Rather than have a small controlled fire, a lot of youths will just keep building the fire up, chucking loads of big bits of wood on it. A smallish controlled fire is easy to deal with and easy to put out when finished.

[@neils9944]

Well played Mike. Not only good educational info as a PSA, but also informative about the wonderful firefighters! You were at the right place ant the right time...and made the right call. Much Love from Texas!

[@mnowlan]

Good spotting ✌🏽 so many don't realise what can happen when they do stuff like this and don't handle disposing of it correctly and littering. This is why wild camping gets frowned on and has so many restrictions because of idiotic people who disrespect the grounds of the wilderness.. 😔 and well done to the fire brigade. I don't think they get credit enough for what they do behind the scenes. ✌🏽

[@danieltporter959]

Yes, we sure do have big Fires here in Canada, U.S. Most Fires start out small. You did the right thing 100%.

[@UmbongoEnjoyer]

Had this happen to me before too - someone had made a small fire and (I guess they thought) put it out. However, they started it on ground made of decades of dropped pine needles... first I saw of it was a little smoke as I walked my dog through the area. Thought it was a bit odd, and gave the ground a little kick and... instant flames! It was actually burning under the surface - fire brigade had to drench a massive area to be sure. They played a bit of frisbee with my dog after :)

[@heradev4564]

well done! thanks you for not scrapping this video. I am sharing it to whoever I can because it's a perfect way to show how important fire safety is. I live in BC Canada and every year it seems like our whole province is on fire. So many of those fires could be prevented if, as you basically said, people just weren't wallies.

[@cbuffalino]

I had no idea what what3words was until I heard you mention it to emergency services... super cool, thanks for the tip.

[@bytesabre]

There’s also “four king maps” for less serious occasions

[@blumander88]

I really don't like that people come out to a lovely public nature spot and trash it. It seems pretty obvious that someone who cares so little about leaving their empty beer cans everywhere would also not make sure to entirely put out their coals. Thank you for calling. People like you keep lovely natural places lovely for everyone!

[@jonfisher9214]

This is great educational content Mike. It really shows the dangers of a fire in a coniferous forest. My son is a firefighter and I'll send him a link to this video tomorrow. He's had to deal with similar fires.

[@richardmacyczko1580]

Respect for all of the people that unselfishly help and protect. Thank you .

[@jaymeswheeler]

Mate you are awesome. Cheers. Truly, a metal for such an honorable steward of the earth. Blessings on the house of Pullen and it's a generations

[@TAOutdoors]

Thank you!

[@jaymeswheeler]

@@TAOutdoors of course camping can wait. Thank you so much, as always

[@ArielleViking]

No need to apologize Mike, a very important video to put out there. I've seen wildlife and it's frightening, so anything that brings awareness and can prevent it is extremely valuable. This one deserves to go viral. 👍🏻❤️

[@AKBrechin]

What is wrong with people?! 🤬

[@jackcarterog001]

What do you mean? The fire almost certainly looked like it was out. An underground fire can take days to really get going. Do you know anything or do you go through life oblivious,?

[@AKBrechin]

@@jackcarterog001 Sshhh. Don’t be so silly. Especially in public 😘

[@Forty-K]

@@jackcarterog001 lmfao do u not even see the litter they left behind? cant believe you would defend people like this its embarrassing mate

[@GenXeroFilms]

It was him I bet.

[@paulamcclure3402]

​@Forty-K You're absolutely right! No responsible hiker/camper would leave trash, spent fuel canisters, cooking pans, food, etc. in a nature environment. Using the "Leave No Trace" principles while enjoying the great outdoors is respectful to nature, wildlife, and others. Happy Trails! 🇺🇸 🏕 🌲

[@ArielleViking]

Absolutely you've done the right thing by calling this one in and also spreading awareness on how a carelessly made (or put out campfire) can cause a forest fire or major catastrophe. Thank you so much Mike for spreading awareness of this huge problem. 👍🏻❤️

[@barrymayson2492]

I remember having to climbing up a telephone pole to ring the fire brigade as they was a field on fire. This was in high summer . Spreading fast , this was in 1976 which was a very dry summer.

[@bigbasil1908]

Oh the summer that was melting the soles on peoples shoes on the pavement

[@Richard-r1x7d]

@@bigbasil1908yes

[@nirmalasingh7677]

1. Shame on the ignorance of the campers. Should know better 2. Fire Brigade response was absolutely brilliant. So great that they took the call seriously and did their due diligence. 3. Look at how much water !!!! Imagine how much resources would be needed for a full on forest fire. 4. HERO OF THE DAY !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! WOOT Man you imparted SO much info from this very video, far far more than a survival kit review.

[@katwitanruna]

And hopefully people will see this and spread the word. They make really nice collapsible firepits that have grills. 🙄 And always always always always quench until cold.

[@TAOutdoors]

Debated whether to film it or not but hoping it might hit home with some of my viewers as to how quick things get out of hand.

[@alisonmlewis4825]

@@TAOutdoorsI’m glad you did, it was very informative. That’s probably why the firefighters were happy to talk to you on film about it, get the message out.