The zoo has released a statement.

10:17, Mon, Aug 3, 2026 Updated: 10:18, Mon, Aug 3, 2026

Hoo Zoo and Dinosaur World fire

Hoo Zoo and Dinosaur World. The fire brigade are currently on site and dealing with the situation (Image: Hoo Zoo and Dinosaur World/Facebook)

A popular UK zoo has been forced to close for the day after a huge fire broke out at the attraction during the busy school summer holiday period.

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