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Fire on Flyingdales Moor: Police investigating report
Earlier today (Thursday), North Yorkshire Fire and Rescue Service revealed the conclusions of an in-depth fire investigation into the fire on Flyingdales Moor last summer.
Following extensive enquiries, including the taking of witness statements, the review of footage and videos, detailed inspection of the site and analysis of fire patterns, the cause of the fire is believed to be cooking using a naked flame, such as a campfire or gas burner.
The fire was declared a major incident on August 13 due to its proximity to RAF Flyingdales, described as a Critical National Infrastructure. At its peak on 25 August, it covered an area of up to 25km².
A spokesperson for North Yorkshire Police said: “The findings of the Langdale Moor fire investigation are being thoroughly reviewed by North Yorkshire Police. We will issue an update in due course.
“Our thoughts remain with all those affected by this devastating blaze. We also praise the firefighters, volunteers, and members of the community who worked tirelessly to bring it under control.”