Firefighters tackling large grassland fire

Firefighters are currently tackling a large grassland fire close to Cannock Chase. 

Crews were called at 3.07pm today (Friday 22 April) to  Meadow Lane, Little Haywood, Stafford, following reports of visible smoke.

Firefighters from Rising Brook, Stafford, Cannock, Penkridge and a water carrier are currently at the scene of the fire on the A513 Milford Road just before Wolseley Bridge.

The fire currently measures approximately 600 metes by 600 metres.

Work is well-underway to bring the fire under control. 

No one has been reported injured. 

Nearby residents are advised to keep their windows and doors closed as a precautionary measure.