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Aerial images show land devastated by wildfire

Matt Bunn
BBC News, East Midlands
Derbyshire Fire and Rescue Service An aerial view of a fire with areas of flames seen along the edge of the blaze and plumes of smoke risingDerbyshire Fire and Rescue Service
The fire affected more than 100 acres of land in the Peak District

Aerial images have shown the devastation caused by a wildfire in Derbyshire's Peak District.

Eight fire crews were called to Beeley Moor at about 14:40 BST on Tuesday, with the blaze eventually being brought under control at 06:30 on Wednesday.

Derbyshire Fire and Rescue Service said the fire was caused by a controlled burn which was believed to have been affected by strong winds.

The blaze affected 45 hectares (111 acres) of land, a spokesperson for the service added.

Derbyshire Fire and Rescue Service An aerial image of Beeley Moor showing a large area which was scorched in the fireDerbyshire Fire and Rescue Service
A large area of Beeley Moor was damaged in the fire last week

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