Warning issued to public after fire crews called out to 100m long hedge fire near Measham on Saturday evening

By The Editor 8th Aug 2022

Photo: Swadlincote Fire Crew
Photo: Swadlincote Fire Crew

Fire crews were called to a 100 metre long hedge fire near Measham on Saturday evening.

The cause of the blaze is believed to have been from a discarded glass or cigarettes.

Swadlincote and Castle Donington firefighters attended the fire on farmland.

They followed the incident up with a warning to be careful with their rubbish ahead of more hot weather being forecast this week.

Swadlincote fire crew posted details on social media and said: "Tonight Swadlincote fire were called out to a hedge fire adjacent to farmers' fields on a footpath near Measham. 

"The origin was found to be possibly a discarded cigarette or glass. 

"The fire was over 100metres long and spread due to the very dry ground conditions. 

"Please be careful disposing of smoking materials & take rubbish home with you!

"We were supported by our colleagues from Castle Donington, always a pleasure working with you."

     

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