Woman held on suspicion of arson over Dove Stone Reservoir fire
A 20-year-old woman has been arrested on suspicion of arson following a large moorland fire near the Dove Stone Reservoir in Greater Manchester. Emergency services are currently investigating the incident, which has been declared a major incident.
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Wildfires pose significant environmental and public safety risks, particularly in dry conditions, requiring coordinated emergency responses.
Image source, Reuters Image caption, Greater Manchester Police said a 20-year-old woman had been arrested over a fire near Dove Stone Reservoir
The article provides factual reporting on police statements and ongoing emergency operations.
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