Moor Fires Under Control | Manchester News

Firefighters are making steady progress on the massive moor fires near Greater Manchester, including blazes at Dovestone Reservoir and Swineshaw, with another fire still burning in Tintwistle — keeping the A628 Woodhead Pass shut until next week. The strategy has pivoted to containment, with crews targeting hotspots, carving new fire breaks, and deploying specialized gear to reach remote areas. Smoke has lingered for over a week, prompting officials to urge locals to avoid smoky zones and keep windows and doors shut. At Tintwistle, most of the fire is under control, with firefighting focused on one area. Around 65 firefighters from Derbyshire and across the UK are on the ground, with more ready to deploy — and they’re thanking communities for their patience amid the road closure. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/7786a48141d9474a