Three fire engines, including crews from Swindon, have been deployed to Suffolk to help tackle a major wildfire at Dunwich Heath.
Dorset and Wiltshire Fire and Rescue Service (DWFRS) confirmed the support was provided following a request for mutual aid from Suffolk Fire and Rescue Service.
The deployment includes three fire engines from Swindon and the BCP area, along with an officer, who have travelled to assist with the ongoing major incident.
The fire service said it has also provided support to Derbyshire Fire and Rescue Service over the past week by sending specialist equipment and a wildfire tactical advisor to assist with the major incident at Tintwistle.
Chief Fire Officer Andy Cole said: “We know all too well how important mutual aid is during challenging incidents. Over the past week, we have also supported Derbyshire Fire & Rescue Service with equipment and a wildfire tactical advisor as they continue to deal with the major incident at Tintwistle.
“Having benefited from the support of colleagues from across the country in 2025, I am pleased to be able to return the support when needed. This will not affect our ability to respond or deal with any incidents in our own communities, and we will be able to recover the costs in due course.”
DWFRS said the deployment will not affect its ability to respond to emergencies across Wiltshire and Dorset while crews are supporting the operation in Suffolk.
