There’s an ongoing incident within Wykeham Forest with the fire measuring 20 x 20 metres, consisting of trees, bushes and undergrowth.
This incident has seen five appliances from North Yorkshire called in, including the Argocat from Kirkbymoorside and a Water Bower from Tadcaster.
The fire was found using ‘what3words’ location given by passing cyclist who reported first sighting 11:41am.
North Yorkshire Fire and Rescue says please can you stay clear of this area while firefighting continues.
what3words – Every 3 metre square of the world has been given a unique combination of three words. Used for e-commerce and delivery, navigation, emergencies and more.
There are reports this afternoon that the fire is out.