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Fellow farmers step in to save family home during field fire
- A fast-moving field fire swept across a North Yorkshire farm during a heatwave, forcing Phil and Abi to evacuate animals and fearing they might lose their home.
- Neighbouring farmers and the local community raced in with tractors, water and firebreaks to save buildings — two young farmers were widely praised for their quick actions.
- The incident highlights growing wildfire risk in hot, dry weather and the heavy financial and emotional toll on farming communities, with emergency services urging extra precautions.
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