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BBC News
04-07-2025
- Climate
- BBC News
Leicestershire firefighters tackling Croft Hill grassland blaze
Firefighters in Leicestershire have been working through the night to bring a grassland fire under Fire and Rescue Service said a crew was called out to Croft Hill at about 20:15 BST on Thursday.A second appliance was requested due to the size of the blaze and a third was later required after "a significant change in the wind speed" saw the fire spread area of about 2,000 sq metres has been affected, the fire service said. Members of the public area are being advised to avoid the area, with Leicestershire Police officers in attendance to help direct traffic.
Yahoo
21-06-2025
- Yahoo
Arson probe after grassland blaze in Rugeley as firefighters issue warning
Firefighters have urged people to "stop starting fires" after battling a grassland blaze which was started deliberately in Rugeley. The blaze on land off Brick Kiln Lane broke out on Thursday, June 19, and was started deliberately, fire investigators said. An arson probe into the blaze, which measured around 10 square metres and damaged wildlife and trees, is underway. READ MORE: Biker rushed to hospital after crash with two cars in Darlaston No-one was injured in the blaze. Staffordshire Fire and Rescue Service last night urged people to "stop starting fires". It said crews were dealing with double the usual amount of outdoor fires. Get breaking news on BirminghamLive WhatsApp Prevent delivery lead Mark Downes who attended the scene in Rugeley, said: "The recent dry weather increases the risk of fires spreading quickly and getting out of control. "What may start as a bit of fun can have devastating impacts. Don't miss the biggest and breaking stories by signing up to the BirminghamLive newsletter here 'Starting deliberate fires can be the reason why crews aren't free to respond to other incidents. "This can have a catastrophic impact on people living in local communities. 'This incident has been picked up by our colleagues at Staffordshire Police who are carrying out enquiries to find out who is responsible.'
