Major update on Tintwistle moor fires as crews continue to battle

The Tintwistle Moor fire broke out more than two weeks ago10:59, 25 Jul 2026Updated 11:01, 25 Jul 2026Derbyshire Fire and Rescue Service has issued a major incident update into fires at Tintwistle Moor, which crews have been battling for more than two weeks.‌The remoteness of the area impacted has meant fire crews 'walking for more than an hour' from their vehicles to reach it.‌Crews have also been working to create 'firebreaks' by laying around 70 lengths of fire hose, with each weighing around 25kg.‌Click here to get the biggest stories straight to your inbox in our Daily NewsletterA major incident was declared in the area on July 12 after the blaze broke out on July 9 - following an earlier fire which crews tackled from June 24 to July 2.Neighbouring service Greater Manchester Fire and