A FLAMING pile of manure was being battled by firefighters near Wantage tonight.
An Oxfordshire Fire and rescue Service spokeswoman said nearly 60 tonnes were on fire in a field at Sparsholt and crews were helping the landowner put out the flames.
Two fire engines and a water carrier have been sent to the scene, after firefighters were called shortly before 5pm.
The spokeswoman added: “They are assisting the farmer by dragging out the manure and making it flat.
“We do not know how long they are expected to be there.”
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