Firefighters from Freshwater, Newport and Ryde are on the scene of a grassland fire on Hamstead Drive in Shalfleet this afternoon (Friday).
2 pumping appliances are on scene alongside the service’s Land Rover 4×4.
An area of 30m x 10m is affected, with the situation described by Hampshire & Isle of Wight Fire and Rescue Service as ‘smouldering’.
Jets are being used to stop the fire.
The incident began at around 14:00.
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.
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