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Multiple crews tackle wildfire on heathland

DWFRS A firefighter loading equipment into the side of a red and yellow fire engine. He is wearing a high-vis coat which reads "fire" on the back.DWFRS
Crews and equipment from 13 stations are dealing with the blaze

Firefighters from 13 fire stations have been tackling a wildfire on heathland in Dorset.

Crews and equipment from 13 stations were called to Bere Road, Wareham, following reports of a blaze 14:50 BST.

Multiple off-road vehicles and water carriers, including one from Hampshire, were at the scene, along with a command unit.

Dorset and Wiltshire Fire and Rescue Service urged members of the public to avoid the area.

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