This was the scene next to a busy road south of York late this afternoon (Friday).
A field fire near Shiptonthorpe, York, was burning close to Shipton Lane.
Witnesses described flames going above head height in the field, while smoke clouded the air.
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It comes after North Yorkshire Fire & Rescue Service issued advice to prevent fires on farmland in the county.
This included:
- straw and hay bales can spontaneously combust in hot weather, so check they are not overheating
- don’t discard cigarettes and glass as this can easily start a fire
- disposable barbecues – do not use these anywhere near farmland and crops.
The latest forecast sees the present heatwave lasting through the weekend, with temperatures reaching 31°C on Sunday in York.
A yellow thunderstorm warning is now in force for Monday.