Second Fire at Moors Valley Country Park

Dorset & Wiltshire Fire and Rescue Service is currently managing a new incident at Moors Valley Country Park. As of 7:15pm this evening, six fire engines were on scene to monitor and tackle hotspots, and security patrols will take place throughout the night. For the latest updates, please visit: Dorset & Wiltshire Fire Service | Fire in the Open – Moors Valley

There is currently an Amber wildfire alert in place for the area. Follow our fire safety advice to keep our countryside fire-free and safe for everyone to enjoy.

Dorset & Wiltshire Fire and Rescue Service has released an initial statement regarding this incident:

“We were called at 2.08pm today (1 April) to Moors Valley Country Park, Ringwood to reports of a fire in the open. Crews from Christchurch (x2), Redhill Park, Wimborne, Poole (x2), Westbourne, Verwood, two lightweight off-road vehicles from Verwood and Ferndown, alongside crew from Redbridge, Lyndhurst, and a water carrier from Ringwood (Hampshire & Isle of Wight FRS) are currently in attendance.