The fire service have warned people to “avoid the area”

Firefighters are on the scene of an emerging wildfire and have warned road closures will be introduced.

Crews are currently dealing with the incident on the A628 near to Flouch Roundabout and Langsett Reservoir.

Firefighters are dealing with a wildfire on the edge of the Peak District, close to Penistone | Iconic Media

placeholder image — Firefighters are dealing with a wildfire on the edge of the Peak District, close to Penistone | Iconic Media

People are being advised to avoid the area as emergency services respond.

A South Yorkshire Fire and Rescue spokesperson said: “Five fire crews plus specialist vehicles are currently in attendance at a wildfire near the A628.

“Please avoid the area if you can as the road will shortly be closed and traffic is already building in the area.”

This latest fire, close to Penistone, comes as Derbyshire firefighter continue to battle another wildfire across the other side of the Peak District which has been classed as a major incident.

Helicopters have been dropping water over the ongoing fire at Tintwistle Moor as emergency services work to contain the incident near to the Woodhead Pass.