Wildfire destroys 12,500 acres of land on Dartmoor
Summary
A large wildfire destroyed about 12,500 acres of land on Dartmoor, starting on Sunday afternoon. The fire, which required crews from 13 stations, two all-terrain vehicles, and a drone team, was put out by Monday with no reports of injuries or missing people.Key Facts
- The wildfire started on Sunday afternoon on Dartmoor and destroyed about 12,500 acres of land.
- The fire was put out by Monday afternoon.
- 13 fire stations aided in stopping the fire.
- There were no reports of any injuries or missing persons due to the wildfire.
- All-terrain vehicles and a drone team were used to check for remaining hot spots after the fire was extinguished.
- The cause of the fire is still being investigated.
- The Dartmoor rangers are set to revisit the site on Tuesday.
- The fire created significant damage to the moorland, and concerns were raised about the impact on local wildlife.
- Devon and Cornwall Police warned people in the area to be aware of increased smoke and potentially reduced visibility on the roads.
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