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Series of Fires Sparked by Passing Steam Engines

Dry conditions and strong winds helped sparks from steam engines ignite at least nine fires across Cornwall during the West of England Steam Engine Society Rally, officials said.

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Roadside grass and hedgerows were alight

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Falmouth PacketFalmouth Packet
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Steam engines cause havoc as FIVE accidental fires started on way home from rally

The recent dry weather and strong gusts of wind led to a somewhat eventful finish to the West of England Steam Engine Society Rally.

·Falmouth, United Kingdom
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Bristol PostBristol Post
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Series of fires sparked by passing steam engines

Roadside grass and hedgerows were alight

·Bristol, United Kingdom
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Cornwall LiveCornwall Live
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Passing steam engine sparks sparks series of fires

It has been a busy day for the fire service

·Cornwall, United Kingdom
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Cornwall Live broke the news in Cornwall, United Kingdom on Sunday, August 17, 2025.
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