Temporary closures of Access Land in England and Wales are planned to decrease the risk of wildfires as temperatures are predicted to reach record highs of up to 41°C in the following days. The Met Office's Fire Severity Index (FSI) warns of Very High to Exceptional levels of fire risk across England and Wales this week, with severe hotspots leading to closures in areas including the Peak District National Park. Public footpaths are unaffected by the closures.