Bonfire sets trees alight at Herefordshire village

The fire could be seen in a treeline in Bodenham, between Hereford and Leominster, this evening at around 5pm.

It was spotted from a mile away by resident Lizzi Armstrong, who called 999. 

A spokesperson from the fire service said firefighters are at the scene.

A group of hedges and trees in Bodenham Moor caught alight from a nearby bonfire and a local farmer was given advice, said the spokesperson.

Firefighters are at the scene. Picture: Lizzi Armstrong

The fire was seen from a country lane, said Ms Armstrong.

Where the fire was spotted in Bodenham Moor.

Update: The fire service have put out the fire and there were no casualties.