Conwy Mountain wildfire declared a major incident, forcing evacuations

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A major wildfire on Conwy Mountain and Sychnant Pass has forced evacuations in rural communities.
Firefighters are tackling the blaze under challenging conditions, with operations expected to continue for some time.
Residents are advised to close windows and doors, and avoid the area.

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A major wildfire on Conwy Mountain and Sychnant Pass has forced evacuations in rural communities. Firefighters are tackling the blaze under challenging conditions, with operations expected to continue for some time. Residents are advised to close windows and doors, and avoid the area.

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