M62 traffic LIVE: Road closures still in place as fire rips through moor | UK | News




Emergency services remain at the scene of the moor fire on the M62 as photos show the devastating aftermath of the blaze.

The fire started on Thursday afternoon near Oldham Road, Ripponden, just after midday.

Footage showed smoke billowing over the major road as 18 fire crews were required to tackle the fire.

Emergency services remained there overnight, and West Yorkshire Fire and Rescue Service (WYFRS) confirmed seven units remain at the moor to fight the blaze on Friday morning (May 2).

Road closures remain in place, the Manchester Evening News reports.

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Posted: 2025-05-02 11:12:26

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