Drone footage from Derby Mountain Rescue Team is being live streamed directly to the fire service to help identify hotspots.<\/p>\n
Firefighters are tackling a major wildfire on moorlands, with local residents being urged to keep their windows and doors firmly shut.<\/p>\n
Emergency services were called out to Tintwistle Moor, near Glossop<\/a> in Derbyshire<\/a>, on 25 June, after a blaze broke out affecting roughly 500 square metres of moorland and woodland.<\/p>\n Derbyshire Fire and Rescue Service (DRFS) crews from four stations are currently at the scene, supported by specialised vehicles and a United Utilities helicopter, which is being used to drop water onto the flames.<\/p>\n Crews were tackling the first until shortly after midnight – where they left for safety reasons due to failing light – but returned in the morning at around 5am.<\/p>\n Members of the public are being strictly advised to avoid the area due to the smoke, but also to ensure allow emergency vehicles clear access to the site as operations continue into Friday.<\/p>\n Credit: MEN Media<\/p>\n As the fire took hold, a DFRS spokesperson issued a stark warning as warm weather continues across the region: “The fire is affecting approximately 500 square metres of moorland and woodland. <\/p>\n “Wildfires like this require a huge response and people are asked to keep this in mind as the warm weather continues.<\/p>\n “The ground is tinder dry and the slightest spark from a campfire, a tiny burning ember from a BBQ, or a flake of ash from a discarded cigarette could soon escalate to a major incident so please act responsibly.”<\/p>\n The Derby Mountain Rescue Team has also been deployed to the scene, utilising advanced drone technology to assist emergency crews on the ground.<\/p>\n In a statement, the rescue team explained how they are supporting the operation: “Our drone section is currently deployed in support of Derbyshire Fire & Rescue Service at a large wildfire near Glossop.<\/p>\n “Live aerial footage from the drone is being streamed directly to the Derbyshire Fire & Rescue Service command vehicle, providing real-time situational awareness to help inform operational decision-making and the deployment of resources.”<\/p>\n