Ancient 1,200-year-old Camphor tree set ablaze but saved after 10-hour fire battle
Published date: Sun, 15 Feb 2026 10:10:58 +0700An ancient camphor tree was engulfed in flames before being saved in a 10-hour fire battle in China.
Footage shows thick smoke rising from the 1,200-year-old tree as firefighters tackled the flames in Yongzhou, Hunan, on February 9.
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Yongzhou, Hunan, China |
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09/02/2026 |
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Partner Agency |
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VRP175855 |
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Duration: 00:14 |
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Rating: News safe |
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