A wildfire on Tintwistle Moor near Greater Manchester continues to burn a week after it first ignited, with fire crews still on scene managing hotspots.
Fire Still Active After 7 Days
The blaze broke out on Wednesday, June 24, and has since scorched 200 hectares of moorland and nearby woodland. Although the response has been scaled down, crews from Derbyshire Fire and Rescue Service and the Peak District Operations Group remain at the scene today (July 1).
A spokesperson for Derbyshire Fire and Rescue Service said: "The wildfire at Tintwistle Moor has now been burning for 7 days. Fire crews returned to the incident ground this morning alongside the wider Peak District Operations Group. They will remain on scene throughout the day, managing hot spots near to the Didsbury Intake with support from an Argocat all terrain vehicle."
Road Closures and Public Warnings
The Crowden and Black Hill stretch of the Pennine Way remains closed, and the public is urged to avoid the area. The Woodhead Pass route was initially closed in both directions, and residents in nearby towns including Hadfield, Mottram, and Glossop were advised to keep windows and doors closed due to smoke.
The smell of smoke was reported as far away as Crumpsall, Rivington, Bolton, Bury, Oldham, and Rochdale. Dramatic images and videos showed huge plumes of smoke visible for miles, including from a Jet2 flight to Leeds.
Containment and Ongoing Efforts
The fire was declared "contained" on Friday, June 26, but parts of the moorland continued to burn. Crews are using an Argocat all-terrain vehicle to access and manage hotspots. Authorities continue to ask the public to avoid the area to allow firefighting operations to proceed safely.
