"Signs of life" have been observed in the blackened remains of a Suffolk heathland damaged by a wildfire, according to the National Trust. The blaze at Dunwich engulfed 371 acres of land, impacting Dunwich Heath, owned by the National Trust, and nearby RSPB Minsmere.
Andy Beer, the trust's chief operating officer, stated that the heathland suffered "extensive damage." However, a team member on site on Saturday reported seeing signs of life, offering hope that some species may have escaped the fire.
More than 100 firefighters were involved in battling the "large-scale, wind-driven" fire, which began on Wednesday and was declared a major incident on Thursday morning. The National Trust has launched a fundraiser to aid the recovery of the affected habitats.