Firefighters Tackle Large Blazes in North Lanarkshire, York, Crediton

Multiple significant fires are currently being managed by firefighters across the UK. In Motherwell, North Lanarkshire, around 30 firefighters are tackling a blaze affecting two properties on Muirhead Terrace, with residents advised to keep windows and doors closed due to heavy smoke and to avoid the area if possible. Near York, eight fire crews are actively working to contain a fire at Strensall Common, a nature reserve, and the public has been urged to avoid the area for safety. Separately, in Shebbear, firefighters from multiple stations successfully extinguished a farm blaze that destroyed several buildings, using extensive equipment and resources over several hours. These incidents highlight ongoing challenges for fire services in managing large-scale fires and protecting communities.