Snake Pass: huge wildfire now 'under control' as road reopens
Firefighters have returned to the scene this morning
Firefighters have returned to the scene this morning (02/05) after a major wildfire at Snake Pass Summit yesterday closed the road between Glossop and Ladybower Reservoir.
It was confirmed overnight that the blaze has since been brought under control, with the route over Snake Pass having also reopened.
Crews from Derbyshire, Greater Manchester, South Yorkshire and West Yorkshire were on-scene all day on Friday, alongside partners from the Fire Operations Group (FOG) and Derby Mountain Rescue.
They were also supported by several specialist vehicles and a helicopter, using beaters, water backpacks and extended hose reel jets to extinguish the blaze, which impacted an area of approximately 900,000 square metres.
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In their full update last night (01/05), Derbyshire Fire and Rescue said: "Firefighters along with partners from the Fire Operations Group (FOG) and Derby Mountain Rescue have been working hard to extinguish the fire at Snake Pass Summit throughout the day.
"The fire is now under control and final fire crews have withdrawn from the area, however the situation will continue to be monitored throughout the night.
"Residents should not be alarmed if they see smoke or small pockets of flame. If affected, please keep windows and doors closed as a precaution.
"The road closure for the Snake Pass between Glossop and Ladybower Reservoir has now been lifted.
"Firefighters are planned to return tomorrow, Saturday 2 May, at 06:00 hours."