US EditionNorth Yorkshire Langdale Moor Fire Sees Holidaymakers Evacuated as Firefighters Battle Flames
The wildfire has forced evacuations and closed major roads with nine fire crews and specialist teams working to control the fire's spread on Langdale Moor.
- Since August 11, 2025, emergency teams have been working to control a large moorland blaze in the vicinity of RAF Fylingdales on Langdale Moor in North Yorkshire.
- The fire advanced northward overnight, with containment efforts hindered due to the presence of unexploded World War II munitions scattered across the moor.
- Firefighters, farmers, and gamekeepers have worked together while roads including A171 and B1416 remain closed to keep people safe and allow emergency access.
- North Yorkshire Fire and Rescue advised the public to avoid the area and keep doors and windows closed due to heavy smoke, while steam train services paused to reduce pressure on services.
- Locals evacuated caravan parks and aided stranded holidaymakers, indicating the fire's ongoing impact and possibility of prolonged containment efforts.
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