More than 12 hectares alight as multiple fire crews tackle large incident near Longmoor Army Camp

Multiple fire crews are at the scene of a large incident near Longmoor Camp in Hampshire.

Firefighters are advising residents to keep windows shut and avoid the the A325 area.

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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"A relief strategy is currently being worked on for crews as the incident is expected to go on for some time. 

"Surrey Fire and Rescue are also in attendance."

The fire is in the Range Danger Area.

A MOD spokesperson said: "We are aware of a fire at Longmoor Range. The Hampshire Fire and Rescue Service are in attendance. The fire continues to burn but is being contained."


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