Picture shows scene on Snake Pass, as firefighters issue update on road closure
Firefighters were returning to the scene this morning
This was the scene near the Snake Pass on Friday evening, after firefighters had battled with flames at a wildfire near the Snake Pass.
In an update, Derbyshire Fire and Rescue Service said that the road had been re-opened, but crews were back on the site again this morning.
They said firefighters along with the Fire Operations Group (FOG) and Derby Mountain Rescue had been working hard to extinguish the fire at Snake Pass Summit throughout the day.
They said last night that the blaze was now under control and fire crews had withdrawn from the area overnight, with the situation monitored throughout.
They added in a statement: “Residents should not be alarmed if they see smoke or small pockets of flame. If affected, please keep windows and doors closed as a precaution.
“The road closure for the Snake Pass between Glossop and Ladybower Reservoir has now been lifted.
Firefighters planned to return this morning at 6am.
Firefighters from Derbyshire, Greater Manchester, South Yorkshire and West Yorkshire have been involved in the operation, supported by several specialist vehicles and a helicopter.
Fire crews and others in attendance are using beaters, water backpacks and extended hose reel jets to extinguish the fire, which they said yesterday evening was affecting an area of approximately 900,000 square metres.