Major wildfire rips through moorland close to Greater Manchester
Summary
A large wildfire has been burning for over 24 hours on Tintwistle Moor near Greater Manchester, causing road closures and smoke in nearby villages. Firefighters, supported by a helicopter and multiple fire engines, are working to control the fire as hot, dry weather continues in the UK.Key Facts
- The wildfire started around 10 pm on Wednesday and has burned about 500 square meters of moorland and woodland.
- Thick smoke affects the villages of Tintwistle, Hollingworth, and Woolley Bridge, and smoke smell has spread to areas like Bolton and Oldham.
- The Woodhead Pass (A628), an important road between Manchester and South Yorkshire, is closed in both directions.
- Emergency services advise people to avoid the area and keep windows and doors closed due to smoke.
- Firefighters are using a water-dropping helicopter and six fire engines in the effort to control the fire.
- The fire comes during record high temperatures in June, with severe heat warnings in parts of the UK.
- The UK Health Security Agency has extended a rare red heat-health alert until 11 pm Friday.
- Authorities warn the dry ground is very flammable and urge people to be careful with fires, barbecues, and cigarettes.
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