'Summer holidays quickly turned to horror in scenes from disaster movies as wildfire ravaged Suffolk'

Dunwich Heath, where the wildfire occurred, is a popular tourist destination in Suffolk known for its heathland and coastal scenery, attracting many visitors during the summer months. The area's dry heathland can be prone to wildfires, particularly during periods of hot and dry weather. The evacuation of hundreds of people from homes, lodges, and caravans highlights the significant disruption and risk to public safety posed by such incidents.

'Summer holidays quickly turned to horror in scenes from disaster movies as wildfire ravaged Suffolk'

Our reporter, Patrick Hill, saw firsthand the devastation the wildfire at Dunwich Heath, Suffolk caused throughout Thursday, during which hundreds of people were evacuated from homes, lodges and caravans