Fire chief claims devastating wildfire was 'probably started deliberately' after blaze tears through beauty spot - and warns dry weather with high winds could cause further trouble

The blaze, at Upton Heath, Poole, in Dorset, which has now been extinguished, burnt through the equivalent of '40 Twickenham Rugby pitches side by side' on Wednesday.

Apr 4, 2025 - 10:43
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Fire chief claims devastating wildfire was 'probably started deliberately' after blaze tears through beauty spot - and warns dry weather with high winds could cause further trouble
The blaze, at Upton Heath, Poole, in Dorset, which has now been extinguished, burnt through the equivalent of '40 Twickenham Rugby pitches side by side' on Wednesday.