Suffolk wildfire near Sizewell nuclear plant stabilising after 24 hours
They publishedSuffolk wildfire near Sizewell nuclear plant ‘stabilising’ after 24 hours
First reportThe New York Times · 30 Jul, 14:58Z
Latest reportThe Guardian · 31 Jul, 07:48Z
Span17 hours · two reports
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Why it matters
What
More than 100 firefighters stabilised a 150-hectare wildfire near Sizewell after battling the controlled but dynamic blaze for over 24 hours.
Why
About 50 residents were evacuated, while EDF said operations at the Sizewell B nuclear plant were unaffected.
Watch
Fire crews continue monitoring hotspots around Dunwich Heath as residents await further updates.
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Summary
- Fire crews battled a large wildfire for more than 24 hours near Sizewell in Dunwich Heath.
- More than 100 firefighters worked to stabilise the blaze as it remained dynamic but controlled.
- About 150 hectares (370 acres) burned, roughly 210 football pitches in size.
- Around 50 residents were evacuated to Westleton and a village hall rest centre.
- EDF says Sizewell B operations are not affected; fire service continues monitoring hotspots.