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BBC News
03-05-2025
- Climate
- BBC News
Four crews remain at scene of moorland fire near Ripponden
Four fire crews remain at the scene of a large moorland blaze in West blaze broke out near Oldham Road in Ripponden at about 12:15 BST on Thursday, with smoke billowing across the Yorkshire Fire & Rescue Service said: "Four crews and supporting units are at the scene this morning to monitor the land and watch for any hotspots."The A672 remains closed in both directions. The fire service said at its height the blaze stretched for 1.2 miles (2km) with 18 crews in an update, it said: "Dropping temperatures, a moister ground overnight and morning dew is positive for the ongoing situation."Our drone team will also be attending later today to help crews assess the full scene."The cause of the blaze is not known but it comes after a series of moorland fires in West Yorkshire in recent weeks and follows a long spell of dry weather. Listen to highlights from West Yorkshire on BBC Sounds, catch up with the latest episode of Look North.
BBC News
16-03-2025
- Health
- BBC News
One in hospital after Huddersfield electrical substation fire
One person is in hospital after a fire at a high-voltage electrical substation in Huddersfield, the fire service casualty was taken to hospital by ambulance after suffering burns in the fire on Market Street at around 20:30 GMT on Yorkshire Fire & Rescue Service said crews worked with West Yorkshire Police and Northern Powergrid as they tackled the said two breathing apparatus and one hose reel were used to extinguish the blaze. Northern Powergrid has been contacted for comment. Listen to highlights from West Yorkshire on BBC Sounds, catch up with the latest episode of Look North.
