13/07/2026
Crews from Buxton Wholetime and Buxton Oncall have been here all weekend including through the night. Please take notice of all road closures, Footpaths Closed signs, people ignoring these puts more strain on crews and can delay helicopter drops.
⚠️ Tintwistle Moor Wildfire - Major Incident Declared ⚠️
Derbyshire Fire & Rescue Service (DFRS) has declared a major incident due to the impact of the large-scale wildfire at Tintwistle Moor.
Area Manager Ellie Gillatt said: "Firefighters continue to face challenging conditions as they work to tackle the wildfire and protect the surrounding infrastructure and environment.
"This remains a significant and complex incident, requiring a protracted, multi-agency response. DFRS has deployed multiple fire appliances and specialist wildfire resources, supported by neighbouring fire and rescue services and partner agencies including the Peak District Fire Operations Group, United Utilities, Derby Mountain Rescue and Derbyshire Constabulary.
"While active firefighting operations will pause this evening, given the scale of the wildfire and the challenging terrain, operations will resume in the morning and are expected to continue for some time.
“We would once again urge members of the public to avoid the affected area to allow emergency services and partner agencies to work safely and efficiently to bring this incident under control. Please follow any road and footpath closures, and keep windows and doors closed if affected by smoke.”
Wildfires can spread rapidly, particularly during periods of hot and dry weather as the ground and vegetation are tinder dry.
That is why DFRS is also renewing calls for everyone to act responsibly by not lighting campfires or barbecues, taking rubbish home or disposing of it responsibly, ensuring ci******es are fully extinguished and reporting any signs of fire immediately by calling 999.
Area Manager Gillatt added: “We appreciate the continued patience and co-operation of our communities at this time. We would also like to extend a thanks to our firefighters, control staff and partner agencies whose tireless efforts and dedication are helping to bring this incident to the safest and most effective conclusion possible.
“Further updates will be provided via our website and other official communication channels in due course.”
Derby Mountain Rescue Team United Utilities Derbyshire Constabulary Peak District National Park
