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New Forest fire severely damages woodland area

More than 60 firefighters have tackled a forest fire in the New Forest.

Hampshire fire service was called to the blaze between Ashurst and Deerleap just after 15:30 BST on Sunday.

Crews were supported by colleagues from Dorset and Wiltshire Fire and Rescue Service, bringing the fire under control by 20:41 BST.

Firefighters confirmed about five hectares of woodland had been severely damaged and they worked with Forestry England to monitor the site overnight.


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