Saddleworth Moor fire update issued as firefighters tackle major blaze

Need to knowThe fire broke out on Wednesday evening13:52, 13 Aug 2026A fire on moorland in Saddleworth(Image: James Norwood)Firefighters battle major blaze on Saddleworth MoorFirefighters are currently tackling a major moorland fire on Saddleworth Moor near Holmfirth Road in Oldham.The blaze broke out at around 10.25pm on Wednesday evening (12 August), prompting eight fire engines to race to the scene.At its height, the fire covered an area measuring 500m by 150m. Holmfirth Road remains closed today as crews work to prevent the spread of the blaze.A Greater Manchester Fire and Rescue Service spokesperson said in a new update that firefighters remained at the scene on Thursday, damping down hotspots and preventing fire spread.One witness told the M.E.N: "Huge fire at Saddleworth Moor tonigh