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Two caravan fires occurred in different countries: one in Chorley, UK on April 6, and another in Priory Park Caravan Park, New Zealand on May 1. No serious injuries were reported.
On April 6, a caravan was completely destroyed by a blaze in Chorley, Lancashire. Crews from Lancashire Fire and Rescue Service arrived around 2 pm and extinguished the fire within two hours. They warned about caution when using outdoor equipment.
On May 1, a caravan was destroyed in a fire at Priory Park Caravan Park. Four fire appliances attended the scene, and one person sustained minor injuries.
Both incidents are under investigation.
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A caravan was completely destroyed by fire at Priory Park Caravan Park. Four fire crews attended the scene, and one person sustained minor injuries.
A caravan was completely destroyed by fire at Priory Park Caravan Park. Four fire crews attended the scene, and one person sustained minor injuries.
A caravan was completely destroyed by a fire in Chorley on April 6. Firefighters arrived around 2 p.m., extinguished the blaze over two hours, and iss...
A caravan was completely destroyed by a fire in Chorley on April 6. Firefighters arrived around 2 p.m., extinguished the blaze over two hours, and issued a warning about outdoor equipment safety.
Updated: 13.06.2026
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