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‘Deliberate’ Woodland Fire Tackled In Freshwater

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A fire in woodland – thought to have been started deliberately – has been put out by firefighters in Freshwater.

Crews were alerted to a fire in a hollow tree yesterday (Thursday), which they managed to extinguish and then dampen down surrounding areas before it escalated.

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Crews used a foam extinguisher initially, while a hose was being run out to the area, followed by a main jet to soak the area.

Firefighters said there appeared to be evidence of alcohol consumption and picnicking in the effected area and large amounts of rubbish.

 

 

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