Dramatic photos show scale of destruction after homes across South Yorkshire are destroyed by fire
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A major incident was declared yesterday when temperatures broke all records and wildfires developed across South Yorkshire.
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Hide AdSouth Yorkshire Fire and Rescue (SYFR) released pictures of some of the incidents crews dealt with, including a blaze in Strauss Crescent, Maltby.
In a statement, the fire service said: “One of the many incidents we attended, was this incident on Strauss Crescent in Maltby.
“The fire started on scrubland before spreading to outbuildings, fences and homes.
“We are absolutely devastated for the residents who lost so much.”
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Hide AdChief Fire Officer Chris Kirby visited crews battling raging blazes yesterday.
In a tweet he said: “Just finished visiting crews and officers at just one of the many fire incidents today involving open grassland, parks and property.
“Fire and rescue services across the UK have been stretched to their limit. A clear sign of the importance of resourcing to risk and not just demand.”
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Hide AdHe described yesterday as a “brutal day” for the fire service.
In a tweet last night, SYFR said: “Our firefighters and Control staff have been doing everything they can in the last few hours, and we couldn't be prouder of them.”
Temperatures have cooled today and are expected to reach the mid 20s.