Scotland is facing a serious and escalating threat from wildfires, the Scottish government has warned.
A new strategy to deal with the problem has been launched ahead of the busiest three months for wildfires.
The Scottish Fire and Rescue Service (SFRS) has invested in new equipment and there will be an expansion of a scheme where volunteers and equipment from local communities are used to help tackle fires.
Agriculture Minister Jim Fairlie welcomed the new strategy but said that "each of us has a part to play in preventing wildfires".
He added: "Last year's wildfires were a warning that we must be prepared for this to be a more regular occurrence as a result of climate change.
