Crews tackle heathland fire that spread from van
Summary
A van caught fire on a highway in Hampshire, England, and the flames spread to a nearby heathland area in the New Forest. Firefighters worked through the night to control the blaze, which caused road closures and thick smoke that could be seen for miles.Key Facts
- The fire started on the A31 road near Ringwood around 5:20 pm on Sunday.
- Twenty-six fire crews, water carriers, and off-road units responded to the fire.
- The fire spread from the van to the heathland in the New Forest, an area with diverse wildlife.
- The A31 was closed in both directions due to the fire and damage to the road and barriers.
- Smoke drifted across the Solent, and people were advised to keep doors and windows closed.
- A large water hose was set up from nearby Hightown Lake to help fight the fire.
- Motorists who left their vehicles were told to call the police with their car details.
- There is no set time to reopen the road because of damage and cleanup needed.
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