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Shropshire firefighters battle undergrowth blaze on hottest day of the year

Firefighters battled a roaring blaze after a day of hot weather.

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Fire crews tackled an undergrowth blaze on the hottest day of the year. Pictures: Market Drayton Fire Station

These pictures show the scene at Hinsley Mill Lane, in Market Drayton, on Friday night, where crews were called to deal with a fire involving deep-seated undergrowth.

Market Drayton Fire Station said on social media: "Mobilised by Shropshire Fire and Rescue Service at 10.34pm Friday to fire in the open in Market Drayton. Deep-seated fire involving undergrowth, timber and small trees. 1 x extended high pressure hose reel. Water supplemented from hydrant seven lengths away. #WarmWork #heatwaveuk."

Fire crews tackled an undergrowth blaze on the hottest day of the year. Pictures: Market Drayton Fire Station
Fire crews tackled an undergrowth blaze on the hottest day of the year. Pictures: Market Drayton Fire Station
Fire crews tackled an undergrowth blaze on the hottest day of the year. Pictures: Market Drayton Fire Station

It comes after hot weather on Friday, with temperatures soaring above 27C in some parts of the county.

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