Huge moor fire breaks out near Greater Manchester as flames seen for miles

Massive wildfire breaks out across moorland with 'smoke visible for miles'

Fire crews confirmed the blaze, saying': "We are currently in attendance at a wildfire under Scout Moor wind turbines"

Massive blaze near multiple UK towns as flames and smoke seen for miles

The fire is taking place near the A666 at Scout Moor, between Ramsbottom and Whitworth, and can be seen in both Greater Manchester and Lancashire. Crews are responding

Massive fire rages near UK towns as flames and smoke seen for miles

A huge fire has broken out at Scout Moor this evening, with smoke seen for miles across Greater Manchester and Lancashire

Huge moor fire breaks out near Greater Manchester as flames seen for miles

Emergency crews are at the scene tonight