Corby firefighters praised for ‘fantastic effort’ helping colleagues battle moorland fires
Firefighter based in Corby have been praised for their ‘fantastic effort’ helping colleagues battle moorland fires in Derbyshire.
Corby Fire Station’s Red Watch were deployed to support Derbyshire Fire and Rescue Service during the moorland fires at Tintwistle.
The crew travelled to the High Peak area to help firefighting efforts along a stretch of the Pennine Way.
A spokesman for Corby Fire Station said: “Over Tuesday, July 28, and Wednesday, July 29, the crew used the high-volume pump to supply water across a distance of 1.3 miles along the Pennine Way.
“Operating in challenging terrain, the firefighters were supported by two fire officers to help dampen down the area and help prevent the fire from escalating further.
“A fantastic effort by all involved, working together to protect communities and the environment.”