Fire service warns public to 'avoid area' following 'large crop fire' in South Staffordshire
The fire was reported at 12.55pm today.
Staffordshire Fire and Rescue Service have warned to avoid the area where possible, and keep windows and doors closed as they deal with a large crop fire in Wombourne.
The fire service was called to the crop fire at 12.55pm today, with crews being called to Bridgnorth Road, in Shipley, following reports of a large fire.
Eight appliances were called to the scene, with crews now working to tackle the blaze.
A fire service spokesperson said: “We are currently at the scene of a large crop fire in Wombourne. Crews were called at 12.55pm today (Thursday 16 July) to Bridgnorth Road in Shipley following reports of a large fire.
“Eight appliances are at the scene and working to tackle the fire.
“Please avoid the area where possible, and nearby residents are advised to keep windows and doors closed.”
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