Woman charged with aggravated arson over moorland fire in Greater Manchester

A 20-year-old woman has been charged with aggravated arson and dangerous driving following a major wildfire near Dovestone reservoir. The incident occurred amidst a 'firewave' of wildfires across the UK linked to climate change.
A major incident was declared after a wildfire broke out on Saturday evening near Dovestone reservoir. A major incident was declared after a wildfire broke out on Saturday evening near Dovestone reservoir. UK news Woman charged with aggravated arson over moorland fire in Greater Manchester Shania Care-Slede, 20, arrested over incident at Dovestone reservoir on Saturday in which fireworks were launched
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