THREE vehicles were towed away and 60 fines issued to motorists hindering the fire service at Studland today.

Police said some drivers had “interfered” with equipment or even driven over it in order to park in the area as firefighters continued to deal with the aftermath of a huge fire at the beauty spot.

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A spokesperson for Purbeck Police said: “Following a very busy day and a lot of amazing work from Wareham Fire Station we were back in Studland today trying to keep a safe environment for the fire service to carry on working on the fire damaged areas on Studland.

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“Unfortunately, some didn't feel they could manage to assist and thought it ok to interfere with equipment or even drive over emergency services equipment to get a parking space.

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“As a result we issued 60 fines and 3 vehicles like in the picture were lifted and towed away.”

Firefighters have remained at Studland today to dampen down after a major heath blaze on Friday afternoon.

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Access to Studland was closed off following the incident with visitors allowed to return to Studland on Saturday morning with parking only allowed in the car parks.

No parking signs were put up in Ferry Road so firefighters could continue to access the site.

However, Dorset Police said it was called after hundreds of motorists ignored the signs and even moved a water hose so they could park in the road.

The fire is believed to have been caused by a campfire or barbecue after evidence was found at the seat of the fire.

Dorset and Wiltshire Fire and Rescue Service said: “We have found evidence of a campfire and BBQ at the seat of the fire on #Studland and believe this to be the cause of the fire which started yesterday. Please DO NOT have campfires, bonfires or use barbecues in the countryside.”

A red fire alert has been issued following weeks of hot and dry weather.