Firefighters have been mobilised to tackle a small fire in the open at Sibden Copse in Shanklin this evening (Tuesday).
An eyewitness has told Island Echo that the small fire is approximately 3 metres in diameter and located against hedgerow and trees.
UPDATE @ 21:17 – 2 appliances from the Hampshire & Isle of Wight Fire and Rescue Service have attended the scene, with firefighters using hose reel jets to fight the flames.
If you see a fire in the countryside, contact the fire service immediately on 999. Do not attempt to tackle fires that cannot be put out with a bucket of water.
Remember, do not discard cigarettes or other smoking materials in the countryside. It is also important to clear away bottles, glasses and any broken glass to avoid them magnifying the sun and starting a fire.
Always take extra care if using a barbecue and only light fires or BBQs in designated areas. Never leave a campfire or BBQ unattended and extinguish them properly after you have finished using them.
Three fires within 24hr, what’s going on???.
So may fires at the moment. Little turds need catching fast before someone gets hurt. Three in fields near pig leg in Ryde recently. Now the cornflake boat in Binstead. The sofa on the same beach weeks ago.. come on council / police. Time to do something.
Why are so many fire recent