Smoke '˜can be seen for miles' in suspected arson attack

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Fire crews were called into action yesterday evening

Firefighters think a rubbish blaze that sent plumes of smoke billowing across the region was started deliberately.

Crews from Stockhill have been tackling a large rubbish fire at Berristow Lane in South Normanton this morning (Tuesday, September 11).

The fire is now out and after investigating the scene crews believe this was a ‘deliberate ignition’.

The police have been informed.

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