Firefighters tackling large wildfire in Suffolk

Eighteen fire engines and 120 firefighters are tackling a large wildfire that is currently burning in Suffolk.

The fire started on Wednesday 29th July on Dunwich Heath and shortly after a major incident was declared "due to the size and complexity" of the fire.

The fire service say that they are tackling an area reaching 247 acres which is about the size of 140 football pitches.

Nearby homes and caravan and holiday parks have been evacuated and no injuries have been reported.

As well as local people, lots of wildlife has been affected by the fire.

Suffolk Wildlife Trust says it is "heartbreaking" to see the fire at Dunwich Heath "destroying precious wildlife habitats and causing distress and disruption for local communities".

Suffolk fire's chief officer Jon Lacey says the fire is no risk to nearby nuclear power station Sizewell B.

The Salvation Army have been on site giving out food and drink to local people affected and a relief centre has been set up at Westleton Village Hall.

Local communities have also been getting help with accommodation.

More than 100 homes are without power in the area surrounding the wildfire, according to UK Power Networks (UKPN).

Prime Minister Andy Burnham says the fire service will have "all the support" it needs in tackling the blaze.