Crews continue to tackle wildfire on woodland Lady Cannings plantation in Sheffield

The fire broke out in the woodland on Tuesday, 30 May. Credit: South Yorkshire Fire and Rescue

Firefighters are continuing to tackle a wildfire which has engulfed a woodland plantation in Sheffield.

The fire at Lady Cannings Plantation broke out at around 9.30pm on Tuesday, 30 May.

A spokesperson for South Yorkshire Fire and Rescue Service said: "The wildfire at Lady Canning's Plantation is now contained, however there are hot spots in the peat.

"More fire crews will be attending the incident to help tackle the hot spots."

They've urged people to avoid the area while crews continue to tackle the blaze.

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