Wildfire that impacted ‘approximately eight hectares’ of Sussex heathland was likely started by campfire

Wildfire that impacted ‘approximately eight hectares’ of Sussex heathland was likely started by campfire

A wildfire that impacted ‘approximately eight hectares’ of Sussex heathland was likely started by a campfire, the fire service have said.

Campfire blamed for devastating wildfire on heathland

A campfire is believed to have ignited a wildfire at Chapel Common, West Sussex, burning eight hectares of heathland. Fire crews from multiple counties responded to control the blaze.