Images reveal extent of fire involving 2.5 hectares of South Shropshire forest land
Images have revealed the extent of a fire involving two-and-a-half hectares of forest land in South Shropshire.
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Yesterday (April 12), multiple fire crews were sent to Birchen Park near Cleobury Mortimer after reports of a fire in the open.
Specialist incident command and support units were mobilised as well as operations and safety officers.
Crews from Ludlow, Cleobury Mortimer and Telford battled the blaze for more than three hours.
Firefighters from West Midlands Fire Service and Hereford and Worcester Fire Service also attended the scene and provided assistance.
Latest reports from the fire service said the fire involved 2.5 hectares of pine trees, brash and gorse.
The incident support unit was in operation with a 'fogging unit' that produces high-pressure water in the form of a fine mist.
Crews also used knapsacks and beaters to extinguish the fire.
A drone was used to check for hotspots and make sure the scene was safe.
A post by Tweedale Fire Station revealed the extent of the fire, and said: "At 12.05pm a specialist crew from Tweedale was mobilised to reports of a fire in the open. We were called upon to deploy our drone to support the incident.
"Our drone provided live aerial monitoring to help identify hotspots and ensure the safety of crews working on the ground.
"Four fire appliances, including the incident command unit and incident support unit, were mobilised from Cleobury Mortimer, Ludlow, and Telford Central.
"Also assistance from West Midlands fire service and Hereford and Worcester fire service was provided. Operations and Safety Officers were also in attendance.
"The fire involved pine trees, brash, and gorse. Crews tackled the blaze using a fogging unit, knapsacks, and beaters. With hot and dry conditions continuing, we’re reminding everyone to stay wildfire aware."
