VANDALS have torched a woodland in Knutsford.

Firefighters were called to a woodland area in Longridge shortly after 6pm on Wednesday, July 6.

Crews believe the fire was to started deliberately.

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Firefighters extinguished the fire with water.

A spokesman for Cheshire Fire and Rescue Service said: “Setting fires like this is an offence.

“They can also quickly get out of hand and spread.”

One fire engine from Knutsford attended the incident.

Anyone who sees someone setting a fire like this is urged to call Cheshire Police on 101 or Crimestoppers anonymously on 088 555 111.