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The Saddleworth Moor fire
The Mayor of Greater Manchester Andy Burnham gives us the latest developments
Soldiers have arrived in Greater Manchester to help fight a moorland fire that could rage for weeks. About 100 troops were sent to help battle the blaze near Saddleworth Moor which has spread across seven square miles, in six different areas.
Our reporter, Emily Unia, speaks to residents there and the Mayor of Greater Manchester, Andy Burnham, tells us the latest developments.
(PHOTO:A helicopter collects water as firefighters tackle the wildfire on Saddleworth Moor; CREDIT: PA)
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