Ickburgh: Forest blaze tackled by dozens of firefighters

Staff have been taking regular rest breaks and keeping hydrated in the heat, the fire service said

Firefighters are continuing to tackle a forest fire which began on Sunday.

Norfolk Fire and Rescue Service sent 26 vehicles, including 4x4s and a water carrier, to Ickburgh at 18:30 BST.

Firefighters from Wymondham, Methwold, Heacham, Long Stratton, King's Lynn and Wretham were at the scene overnight.

Steve Keen, station manager for the southern district, said the fire affected 1,000 sq m (10,762 sq ft) of woodland, with crews remaining on site to tackle the flames.

Station manager Steve Keen said access had been difficult

"It's quite difficult to access due to the nature of ground here," he said.

"The fire is quite deep seated too - it's in the ground and into the peat.

Firefighters have been dampening the forest floor at Ickburgh

"We will continue for a few more hours while we find those hot spots.

"It's hard working conditions, so we are making sure crews are taking rest periods and keeping hydrated."