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Moorland Fires Under Control | Manchester News
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Moorland fires in Greater Manchester are no longer a major incident—but the battle isn’t over. Fire chiefs have downgraded the alert after nearly three weeks of intense effort, with flames mostly contained and crews still on standby to monitor smoldering heat beneath the surface. What started as two separate blazes on July 11th and 14th merged into one massive fire, requiring over 100 firefighters and volunteers. Landowners and agencies joined forces to tackle the crisis. Authorities urge everyone to stay away from affected areas and avoid any open flames—no barbecues, campfires, or fireworks. While progress is significant, recovery work continues as crews keep watch to prevent reignition.
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