Fire crews tackle Northampton farm fire burning through 250 tonnes of manure
People living in the surrounding areas are being advised to keep their windows and doors shut
Emergency service crews have been battling a fire on a farm in Northampton, believed to be burning through 250 tonnes of manure.
The blaze lasted all through the night, and is expected to burn for a few days.
A spokesperson for Northamptonshire Fire and Rescue said:
"Northamptonshire Fire and Rescue Service was called shortly after 7pm yesterday evening (August 26) to reports of a hedgerow and manure heap on fire at a farm on Dusthill Road in Brigstock.
"Two crews from Corby attended the scene and put out the fire in the hedgerow to prevent it spreading further, while the manure heap, which was approximately 250 tonnes, was left to burn in a controlled manner.
"Crews will be conducting intermittent checks of the site over the next few days to ensure it is safe and dampen down any hotspots if needed.
"The fire was believed to have started accidentally.
"People living in the village and surrounding areas that may still be affected by smoke from the fire are advised to continue keeping their windows and doors shut."