The fire, yesterday, Tuesday, July 28, in Brook Lane, Cox Bank, also spread to grass and several hedges in the area. The incident was sectorised, and crews in breathing apparatus used multiple main jets and hose reel jets to control the flames. Residents nearby were advised to keep windows and doors closed due to the significant amount of smoke being produced. By 5.45pm, firefighters had made "good progress" in managing the situation, although the advice to keep windows and doors closed remained due to lingering smoke. The fire service confirmed that crews remained on the scene into the evening, and a final update will be provided in the morning.