Fire crews from across the island were mobilised to extinguish a gorse fire in Bride.

It happened today (Wednesday) at 11.30am.

Fire station officer Matt Tyrer said: ’On arrival, the officer in charge of the first attending appliance discovered a developing fire that was spreading quickly and requested additional resources which were mobilised from Ramsey, Kirk Michael, Laxey and Douglas fire stations.

’The initial crews on scene prevented the fire from spreading to a nearby property and once additional resources arrived, efforts were made to prevent the fire from spreading further up the hillside.

’Hose reels and beaters were used to extinguish the fire.’

He issued the following advice to land owners: ’If you are considering carrying out a controlled burn please ensure that you contact the Emergency Services Joint Control Room beforehand on 697327.

’Also, consider the weather and look for any forecasted changes which may have an impact such as increasing wind strength or change of direction.’