'Reindeer safe' after Chessington World of Adventures blaze
London Fire Brigade has confirmed that all of the animals, including two reindeer, are safe after a fire broke out at Chessington World of Adventures Resort in Surrey.
Reindeer saved from Santa's grotto in Chessington fire
Two reindeer had to be evacuated from a Santa's grotto at the Chessington World of Adventures, when a huge blaze took hold of the theme park.
Thousands of children were turned away when it was forced to close just days before Christmas as dozens of firefighters worked "exceptionally hard" to tackle the flames.
Craig Carter, a station manager for the London brigade, said: "None of the animals were evacuated, bar two reindeer, interestingly enough. So I can confirm that Santa's reindeer are safe and well and ready to be collected on Christmas Eve."
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