Large fire at MoD firing range in Hampshire

A fire has damaged an area of land covering more than 12 hectares of trees and scrubland in Hampshire

Author: Michael SmithPublished 17th Jun 2023

Firefighters were called to the Ministry of Defence (MoD) firing range at Longmoor on Friday evening.

Thick plumes of dark smoke could be seen from miles around.

People living nearby were told to avoid the area and keep windows and doors shut.

In a statement, Hampshire & Isle of Wight Fire & Rescue Service said: "There are currently over 20 crews in attendance at the incident near Longmoor Camp.

"More than 12 hectares are alight, with the fire in the trees and scrubland. Four hose reel jets and four land rovers are in use to fight the fire.

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