MORE than 70 firefighters tackled a blaze which destroyed the roof of a thatched cottage in the New Forest.
Picture by Simon Rowley
Twelve crews were called to Little Thatch in Ringwood Road, North Gorley to tackle flames which were threatening to engulf the property.
Picture by Simon Rowley
Crews from across Hampshire were involved in the incident, which started at 7.11pm last night in the village, near Fordingbridge.
Picture by Simon Rowley
Engines and support vehicles, including the aerial ladder platform, were involved.
Picture by Simon Rowley
Firefighters used six jets, six sets of breathing apparatus and foam. The roof of the cottage was destroyed by the fire.
The fire was out by 1am and crews remained on the scene.
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