Ringwood21 Sept 2026How to prepare yourself for when an emergency strikesBBC South speaks to experts and residents about how they would plan for a national emergency. 21 Sept 20269 Sept 2026'Adrenaline got us through New Forest wildfire'Firefighters say community spirit also helped them get through the blaze that started on the A31.9 Sept 20261 Sept 2026Overnight road closures for further wildfire repairsThe A31 was closed for two weeks following the devastating wildfire in the New Forest in August.1 Sept 202625 Aug 2026'Our charity lost £25,000 during road closure'Several organisations reported losses after the A31 was closed due to a wildfire in the New Forest. 25 Aug 202623 Aug 2026Fire operation ends in New Forest after two weeksThe last firefighters prepare to leave the national park after a blaze broke out on 9 August.23 Aug 202622 Aug 2026Dual carriageway reopens after wildfire repairsNational Highways confirmed the route reopened on Saturday morning with some speed restrictions.22 Aug 202621 Aug 2026Dual carriageway to reopen following wildfire closureNational Highways has confirmed the route will reopen on Saturday morning.21 Aug 202621 Aug 2026Wildlife and ancient trees destroyed by A31 wildfireA Forestry England survey finds dead trees and wildlife, scorched bogs and areas devoid of plants.21 Aug 202620 Aug 2026WATCH: Work ongoing to repair forest fire roadWork continues on the A31 dual carriageway through the New Forest that remains shut following a van fire on 9 August.20 Aug 2026...
