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Fire destroys three caravans in North Yorkshire village

21.05.2026 12:44 2 min 4 sources
Darlington and Stockton Times ENG + 3 more
Fire destroys three caravans in North Yorkshire village
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Three caravans caught fire in a field near Thornton-le-Moor, North Yorkshire, early on 21 May. Firefighters from Thirsk extinguished the blaze; the cause is under investigation.

A fire broke out in a field containing caravans near the village of Thornton-le-Moor, North Yorkshire. The blaze, involving three caravans on Endican Lane, was reported at around 3:15 am on 21 May.

North Yorkshire Fire and Rescue Service sent a crew from Thirsk to the scene. Firefighters used one hose reel to extinguish the fire. The cause of the fire is currently under investigation.

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