A warning has been issued for people not to fly drones above a major moorland fire in Derbyshire, as firefighters continue to work tirelessly to contain the blaze. The fire, which first began last month, has affected over 260 hectares (642 acres) of land on Tintwistle Moor, near Glossop.
A major incident was declared on July 13, and 65 firefighters remain at the scene, supported by 15 people from Derby Mountain Rescue Team and 10 from United Utilities. In addition to ground crews, four helicopters are being used to carry out water drops in an effort to tackle the blaze.
The main area of focus for crews on Monday was the Crowden and Arnfield areas, where there had been flare-ups overnight. Firefighters have asked members of the public to support crews by avoiding affected moorland areas and complying with all restrictions and road closures.
The A628 remains closed in both directions between Hollingworth and Flouch to allow emergency services to access the site. Firefighters are working in challenging conditions to contain the fire and prevent any further spread.
With the ongoing efforts to tackle the blaze, it is essential that the public adheres to the warnings and restrictions in place to ensure the safety of both emergency responders and the wider community.