June, 2023. Aftermath of a large heathland fire at Frensham Common in Surrey, England, UK, which started on 29th May 2023. The cause of the wildfire remains unknown. Frensham Common is a site of special scientific interest (SSSI), and the blaze has destroyed an important area of lowland heath which was a habitat for rare reptiles and other wildlife.

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Location: Frensham Common, Surrey, England, UK
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