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Entire Cairngorms village evacuated as raging wildfire nears

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A wildfire in the Cairngorms National Park that has been burning for 11 days has led to the evacuation of an entire village. Police declared a major incident as strengthening winds made the fire more difficult to contain. The situation remains ongoing with authorities monitoring conditions.

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A major incident has been declared by police.

Evidence

The wildfire started 11 days ago.

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Police Scotland reported a significant change in weather conditions.

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  • A major incident has been declared by police.
  • A whole village has been evacuated.

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Major incident declared over fire that started 11 days ago as wind strengthens

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Police Scotland reported a significant change in weather conditions.

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A major incident has been declared over a wildfire in the Cairngorms national park.

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The wildfire started 11 days ago.

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A whole village in the Cairngorms has been evacuated.

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Strengthening winds have made the wildfire more difficult to contain.

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The wildfire is located in the Cairngorms national park.

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