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Moorland Fire Rages On: Crews Battle Week-Long Blaze
18 Jul
Summary
- Firefighters continue to tackle a major moorland wildfire first declared on Monday.
- The A628 Woodhead Pass remains closed due to the ongoing firefighting efforts.
- Smoke from the fire is expected to affect communities on both sides of the county border.
Crews are expected to remain on scene until at least next week tackling a significant moorland wildfire. The blaze, first declared a major incident on Monday, has been burning for three weeks on Tintwistle Moor. Firefighting efforts are concentrated on four key areas including Didsbury Intake and Featherbed Moss. The A628 Woodhead Pass is closed to facilitate safe access for emergency vehicles. Residents in nearby areas have been advised to keep windows and doors closed due to smoke. The fire has reportedly merged with blazes on Saddleworth and Swineshaw moors, with two helicopters assisting by dropping water. A shift in wind direction is forecasted early next week, which may direct smoke towards communities in Derbyshire.
