Firefighters still battling hot spots on Winter Hill

Firefighters are still battling hot spots on Winter Hill to prevent any fire from spreading.
Fire crews are still working hard  to extinguish hot spotsFire crews are still working hard  to extinguish hot spots
Fire crews are still working hard to extinguish hot spots

Nine engines are at the site today with Lancashire Fire and Rescue Service staff working in the 24 degree heat.

Already new grass is sprouting in some areas which had been on fire.

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Meanwhile, with more good weather to come in the next few days, volunteers at Bolton Mountain Rescue Team have created a map showing the area which walkers, cyclists and others are being urged to steer clear of.