50 tonnes of hay and tractor go up in smoke in Wickham fire, emergency services confirm
The fire service has issued an update about a hay fire
Fifty tonnes of hay have been involved in a fire which required a large-scale emergency response, emergency services confirm.
Firefighters from Hampshire and Isle of Wight Fire and Rescue Service were called to a large hay fire off Titchfield Lane, Wickham, this morning (August 4).
A spokesperson for the service confirmed the incident involved approximately 50 tonnes of hay and a tractor, resulting in a significant amount of smoke. Residents were urged to keep windows and doors closed to minimise the impact of smoke entering properties.
The incident has now been scaled down as the fire is under control, but firefighters remain at the scene to monitor the situation and ensure the fire remains contained.
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