Firefighters from the Suffolk Fire and Rescue Service were called to deal with a fire in the open at West Meadows in Ipswich, Suffolk, on 18 March 2026.
The service sent three fire engines to the scene at West Meadows to tackle the fire. The response involved crews from the Ipswich Princes Street, Ipswich East, and Needham Market fire stations.
The incident was recorded under reference number 019751. Crews worked to bring the blaze under control and have since confirmed that the incident is now closed.
Fires in open spaces, such as grassland or fields, are a common occurrence for local emergency teams. The presence of three fire engines indicates a moderate response to ensure the situation did not become more serious.
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