Summary
A fire on Langdale Moor in the North York Moors National Park burned for over 40 days, likely caused by cooking with a campfire or gas burner. The fire covered nearly 10 square miles and was very difficult for firefighters to control due to its remote location and challenging conditions.
Key Facts
- The Langdale Moor fire started on 11 August and burned for over 40 days.
- It covered about 10 square miles at its peak.
- The fire was likely caused by someone cooking with a campfire or gas burner.
- North Yorkshire Fire and Rescue Service conducted a 150-hour investigation into the fire.
- The remote location and lack of water made firefighting difficult.
- Strong winds and hot, dry weather also made the fire worse.
- The fire was near RAF Fylingdales, which is important for national security.
- Explosions occurred due to the fire reaching old ordnance, requiring special tactics from fire crews.
