Havant field fire tackled by more than 40 firefighters
More than 40 firefighters are on the scene of a field fire in Havant.
We were alerted to the incident on Southleigh Road shortly after two o’clock, with initial reports indicating a fire involving hay bales.
Crews from Havant, Cosham, Southsea and Waterlooville were supported by specialist vehicles from Fareham, Portchester, Bordon and SHQ.
Firefighters using jets, hose reels and beaters were able to surround and stop the fire which affected an area approximately 300m by 200m in size.
The fire is out, but crews remain on the scene dampening down.
There’s a greater risk of wildfires during hot and dry weather. Help us protect the countryside by leaving your barbecues at home, extinguishing cigarettes properly and not starting campfires – bit.ly/HIWFRSWildfires
