Deliberate wildfire extinguished

Firefighters have extinguished a wildfire in Stoke-on-Trent which was caused deliberately.

Crews were called at 12.15pm yesterday (Tuesday 21 July) to Park Hall Country Park on Hulme Road following reports of a fire.

Five appliances attended the scene and found multiple fires at the same location.

The largest area of fire measured approximately 100 metres by 100 metres.

Crews used hose reel jets, wildfire hoses, beaters and rangers to extinguish the fire.

Station Manager Ant Ball attended the scene. He said: “These fires were deemed to have been caused deliberately.

“We are experiencing high demand across Staffordshire at the moment and deliberate fires significantly strain our resources.

“I would urge parents to speak to young people about the dangers of setting fires and remind people to take care in the countryside.

“People should avoid having barbeques and bonfires, ensure that all litter is put in the bin and not drop cigarettes on the ground.”

“Please help us to keep Staffordshire safe this summer.”