RESIDENTS are preparing to spend a second night away from their homes as the forest fire continues to rage.

Thirteen homes in Brookers Row, Crowthorne, were evacuated at around 7.30pm last night because of wildfires in Swinley Forest.

Residents, who have been staying with family and friends, were escorted into their homes by the police at 7pm this evening to get extra belongings.

Firefighters are expected to continue tackling the blaze overnight and the road closures will remain in place.