'Avoid the area' - 15 fire engines at scene of Cannock Chase blaze
Staffordshire Fire & Rescue Service were called to the area at 2.30pm on Wednesday.
A total of 15 fire engines have been called out to tackle the blaze on Cannock Chase.
Staffordshire Fire & Rescue Service were called to the area at 2.30pm on Wednesday.
Police are setting up a cordon and people are being asked to avoid the area.
The fire service has confirmed the seat of the fire is off Chase Road, close to Coppice Hill and Brocton.
A fire service spokesman said: “A total of 15 fire engines are on scene and working to contain the fire on Cannock Chase.
“We were called to the area at about 2.30pm today (Wednesday 5 August) following a report of smoke coming from the area.
“A significant number of firefighters are actively responding to the fire, using water carriers, hose reel jets, main jets, a high-volume pump and more.
“Our colleagues from Staffordshire Police are also in attendance and are assisting with making the area safe and setting up a cordon.
“The seat of the fire is off Chase Road, close to Coppice Hill and Brocton.
“We will continue to provide updates on this incident and the potential impact on local residents and businesses as soon as we’re able.
“We’re asking people to avoid the area at this time and keep windows and doors closed.”
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