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New Forest Fire Threatens Rare Wildlife | Leeds News
A wildfire has erupted in England’s New Forest National Park, a globally rare heathland home to all six native UK reptiles and critical habitats for endangered birds and insects. Triggered by a burning vehicle on the A31, the blaze spread rapidly, forcing crews to battle through the night with dozens of engines and water carriers—some even running hoses across roads. While smoke has eased, conditions remain dangerous, and drivers are warned to avoid the area. This loss threatens western Europe’s largest lowland heathland, underscoring a growing trend of extreme wildfires fueled by record heat…
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