Firefighters tackle another High Peak moorland blaze

Firefighters have been dealing with another moorland fire in the High Peak.
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Crews from Glossop attended the scene at Hollybank Quarry in Tintwistle on Thursday evening.

They said: “Unfortunately on this occasion, wildlife have been affected.

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"This is the fourth fire at this location within a three week period – please keep our open spaces safe.”

Firefighters have dealt with a number of moorland fires in recent weeks, many of which are thought to have been caused by disposable barbecues.

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