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Winter Hill TV mast fire: Man arrested as blaze continues | |
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A man has been arrested on suspicion of arson over a blaze firefighters are continuing to deal with on Winter Hill close to its TV transmitter mast. | |
Lancashire Fire and Rescue Service went to reports of a grass fire on the hill near Bolton at 15:20 BST on Thursday. | |
The fire, which crews are expected to be at for the next 48 hours, covers an area of about 0.4 sq miles (1 sq km). | |
A 22-year-old man from Bolton is being held as part of a joint investigation between the fire service and police. | |
Twelve fire engines remain at the scene on Winter Hill, including several from Cumbria Fire Service and specialist wildlife units. | |
Firefighters, who resumed their work at first light, are being assisted by mountain rescue officers and United Utilities. | |
A fire service spokesman said while there was no immediate risk to livestock, domestic properties or infrastructure, people living nearby should keep windows and doors closed. | |