Major wildfire spreads across North Yorkshire Moors as farmers help tackle blaze and animals evacuated
North Yorkshire Moors hit by major wildfire
- A major wildfire is spreading across the North Yorkshire Moors, with an estimated 2,000 acres ablaze.
- The blaze, which re-ignited on Tuesday on Langdale Moor, originally started two weeks prior.
- Gamekeepers are attempting to back burn the fire to prevent its spread, while fire brigades and local farmers are working together to control it.
- North Yorkshire Fire and Rescue Service has deployed nine appliances and special equipment, with partner agencies assisting, and has urged the public to avoid the area.
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