Massive Wildfire Rages Across Hankley Common Amid UK Heatwave
A huge wildfire has exploded across Hankley Common in Thursley, Surrey, scorching 20 acres of precious heathland. The blaze broke out as the UK suffers through its third heatwave of the year, prompting an urgent emergency response.
16 Fire Engines Battling Blazing Heat
Surrey Fire & Rescue Service (SFRS) confirmed they have deployed 16 fire engines to tackle the ferocious fire as of 6pm. The dry, blazing conditions have fanned the flames, making containment a tough challenge.
Historic Film Location at Risk
Hankley Common isn’t just any patch of land – it’s famous as the backdrop for hit films including James Bond’s Skyfall and Marvel’s Black Widow. A major chunk of the site is owned by the Ministry of Defence for military training, while the Hankley Common Golf Club also holds part of the area.
The wildfire puts this iconic and environmentally sensitive location under serious threat, raising concerns over damage to both nature and heritage.
