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Fire crews respond to another wildfire at Staffordshire walking spot

A fire has broken out at the Skelly in Hednesford.

Fire crews are reportedly on the scene of a grassland fire in Hednesford.

Emergency workers were seen at the Skelly in Hednesford just after 7pm this evening (August 5) tackling the blaze. The green spaces is a popular walking spot among residents.

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Fire at The Skelly, Hednesford | David Bailey

Emergency services have been contacted for a comment.

More to follow.

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