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Over 60 Firefighters Tackled Large Gorse Fire
Goonhilly Downs, Lizard Peninsula at 31/03/2007 18:06
Over 60 firefighters tackled a large gorse fire spreading over 50 hectares. Eight pumping appliances from Mullion, St Keverne, Helston, Falmouth, Camborne and Redruth attended along with four off-road fire appliances. The Command Support Vehicle from Truro was also on scene.
The fire was brought under control by 2030hrs and some crews remained for a time dealing with hotspots.
Arson is suspected and the police are now dealing.
Date Posted: 30/03/2007