Moorland Fires Force Road Closures | Manchester News

Massive moorland fires rage near Dovestone and Swineshaw, with crews battling flames since last Saturday—efforts expected to last until the weekend. Greater Manchester Fire Service is rotating in regional support while keeping local teams and specialized gear on standby, deploying ten engines daily amid dry conditions. Meanwhile, Derbyshire tackles a separate blaze in Tintwistle with 75 firefighters and three helicopters, forcing the A628 Woodhead Pass to remain closed until next Monday. Authorities urge residents to avoid the areas, keep roads clear, and ban all open flames—including campfires and barbecues—while smoke may linger depending on wind. Safety and containment remain top priorities as crews work tirelessly to prevent new outbreaks. 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/285b36c8804d6bad