An investigation has been launched into what started the fire
A huge emergency response was scrambled to the scene on Bank Lane in Greenfield in Oldham at around 11pm last night . Ten fire engines from stations across the region were sent to tackle the blaze.
The fire service said there were four large areas of fire in a wooded area. Crews have worked overnight to bring the blaze under control.Firefighters remain at the scene this morning dampening down the area. An investigation has been launched to determine what caused the fire. This comes after a period of hot, sunny weather in Greater Manchester, with temperatures reaching up to 30C. In a statement, a Greater Manchester Fire and Rescue Service spokesperson said: "Firefighters have been working overnight to tackle a fire which broke out near to Dovestone Reservoir.
"At approximately 11pm on Monday, 11 th July, firefighters were called to reports of a fire on Bank Lane, in Greenfield, Oldham. Ten fire engines from stations across Greater Manchester quickly arrived at the scene. The fire is in a woodland area and involves four large seats of fire. "Firefighters are using hose reels and lighting to bring the fire under control. Fire crews remain in attendance at this time dampening down the area. A fire investigation team is also working to establish the cause of the fire."
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