M62 traffic LIVE: Road closures still in place as fire rips through moor | UK | News




Emergency services remain at the scene of the moor fire on the M62 as photos show the devastating aftermath of the blaze.

The fire started on Thursday afternoon near Oldham Road, Ripponden, just after midday.

Footage showed smoke billowing over the major road as 18 fire crews were required to tackle the fire.

Emergency services remained there overnight, and West Yorkshire Fire and Rescue Service (WYFRS) confirmed seven units remain at the moor to fight the blaze on Friday morning (May 2).

Road closures remain in place, the Manchester Evening News reports.

FOLLOW OUR LIVE BLOG BELOW.



Source link

Posted: 2025-05-02 11:12:26

Quentin Tarantino said 2007 movie is worst he's ever made | Films | Entertainment
 



... Read More

New system for reporting sexism at matches launched after growing abuse of female fans | Football
 



... Read More

Windows guaranteed to be clean without steaks with 1 natural household staple
 



... Read More

Weinstein accuser tells jury about alleged sexual assault: 'The unthinkable was happening'
 



... Read More

Iga Swiatek 'not ready to answer that question' and apologises to reporter | Tennis | Sport
 



... Read More

Gabby Logan issues apology live on BBC during Wales vs England | Rugby | Sport
 



... Read More

Cop16 countries strike crucial deal on nature despite global tensions | Cop16
 



... Read More

Badenoch condones Tories forming pacts with Reform UK if necessary to take control of councils – UK politics live | Politics
 



... Read More