Fire service's warning after call to popular beauty spot
The crew from Nelson attended just before 5pm after reports from a member of the public who was out walking of two smouldering fires.
Pictures from the scene show two burnt patches of woodland from what appear to be deliberately started fires.
The fires appeared to have been started deliberately (Image: Helen Robinson)
The fire service were said to have had to dig out the smouldering peat from the burning tree roots.
A fire service spokesperson said the crew attended for around one hour and 15 minutes and used aqualeader packs, a bow, and a spade to deal with the incident.
They added: "In all weathers during the hot and dry weather, we urge people to avoid using disposable barbecues, properly dispose of litter and cigarettes, and report any signs of fire immediately by calling 999."
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