Woman charged with aggravated arson over moorland fire in Greater Manchester
Summary
A 20-year-old woman from Greater Manchester has been charged with aggravated arson and dangerous driving after a large moorland fire near Dovestone reservoir. The fire contributed to heavy smoke over Manchester, part of multiple wildfires in the region during a period of extreme heat.Key Facts
- Shania Care-Slede was arrested and charged with aggravated arson, reckless endangerment, and dangerous driving.
- The fire near Dovestone reservoir started after fireworks were reported at the location.
- Manchester experienced heavy smoke and an orange haze due to three wildfires nearby, plus another one over 60 miles away in North Wales.
- The fires have burned more than 240 hectares (600 acres) of land since June 24.
- Firefighters declared major incidents near Dovestone reservoir and Tintwistle Moor in Derbyshire, and monitored a large fire in Conwy mountain, Wales.
- Nineteen wildfires are currently burning across England and Wales.
- Authorities advised residents in smoky areas to stay indoors and keep windows closed to reduce smoke exposure.
- The National Fire Chiefs Council warned that very dry conditions make it easy for fires to start and urged the public to be careful with fire outdoors.
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