FIREFIGHTERS from Penketh were called out three times yesterday to deal with fires outdoors involving grass and woodlands in the Warrington area.
The first incident was at 14:52 on Moore Lane, Warrington, when firefighters were called following reports of a grass fire off Moore Lane.
On arrival the crew made their way on foot to the fire which involved a bush.
A hand appliance and beaters were used to extinguish the flames.Beaters were then used to treat hot spots nearby.
Then at 16:48 they were called following reports of a small fire in woodland near Moss Side Lane.
The crew made their way on foot through the woodland and extinguished the fire.
Finally at 21:34 firefighters were called following reports of a fire in woodland off Lingley Green Avenue.
The fire was out on arrival but the crew used a thermal imaging camera to check the area and found a small patch of embers.
A short extension ladder was used to access the woodland and a hose reel jet was used to damp down the area.
A final check was then made with the thermal imaging camera.
