Firefighters in North Yorkshire tackling a blaze in Langdale Moor

Seven fire crews are tackling a fire in Langdale Moor, near RAF Fylingdales.

It's expected the Fire and Rescue Service will be on site for sometime as they try to bring the blaze under control.

The fire involves approximately 300m x 300m of moorland.

North Yorkshire Fire and Rescue have said that smoke may be visible across the local area and is asking people to take precautions if nearby:

• Keep windows and doors closed

• Avoid the area if possible

Crews were called out yesterday evening to reports of smoke in the area.

They found that the the fire had jumped the fire break put in place previously and maintained a watching brief overnight, further crews were sent out this morning.

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