More outdoor fires in Staffordshire as fire service called into action
Fire crews were called into action in two parts of Staffordshire after reports of fires breaking out.
Fire crews across Staffordshire have been called into action after reports of fires breaking out in two different areas of the county.
The first fire saw crews called out just before 1pm to Gunstone Lane in Codsall after reports of a crop fire.
A spokesman for Staffordshire Fire & Rescue Service said: “We currently have crews in attendance at a large crop fire in Gunstone Lane in Codsall.
“Please avoid the area, and we’ll provide an update when possible.”
A second fire was later reported at Cannock Chase just after 1.30pm, near the Seven Springs Car Park on the A513.
A spokesman for Staffordshire Fire & Rescue Service said: “Crews are currently tackling a large fire at Cannock Chase, near to the Seven Springs car park.
“Five appliances and two rangers were called to the scene at 1.30pm today.
“Please avoid the area where possible.”
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