Warning issued after people spotted travelling to Dartmoor fire to 'take photos'
Devon and Somerset Fire and Rescue Service tweeted to say that this is "extremely dangerous" and "not an essential journey"
Firefighters have tweeted a warning after people were travelling to see the massive fire on Dartmoor.
The blaze near Peter Tavy was so big, it could be seen from Plymouth, Saltash and across to Launceston.
At its height, the fire north of Tavistock was said to be over three miles wide.
Posting on Twitter on Thursday night, Devon and Somerset Fire and Rescue urged people to stay away from the area.
"We’re aware that some people have arrived nearby to get a glimpse/photo of the fire. This is extremely dangerous and certainly not an essential journey! Please stay away from the area for your own safety".
Devon and Somerset Fire and Rescue Service
The fire service said multiple calls were received on Thursday evening.
Crews said "the weather is making conditions for firefighting extremely dangerous - it’s very windy and low visibility so we’re maintaining our presence but fighting in ‘defensive mode’, which means we’re working to stop the fire from getting worse until conditions improve for us to do more.
"We’ve assessed the situation and there is currently no risk to life in the path of the fire".
Devon and Somerset Fire and Rescue Service
The public have been showing their support to Devon and Somerset Fire online, with many urging crews to 'stay safe'.
Karen Grant said her husband was one of the many working to put out the fire.
The latest update from Devon and Somerset Fire and Rescue Service reads: "Two 4x4 vehicles currently undertaking a watching brief from various vantage points. No significant fire spread identified".
More updates will follow throughout the day.
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