Firefighters were called to a 'large' fire in the Staffordshire Moorlands earlier today (Wednesday 27 May).

Staffordshire Fire and Rescue Service attended a fire on Mill Hayes Road in Knypersley which involved around 200 tyres.

In a social media statement, a spokesperson for Staffordshire Fire and Rescue said: "Crews are currently at the scene of a large fire on Mill Hayes Road, Knypersley.

"Three crews are currently extinguishing a fire which involves around 200 tyres.

"People are advised to avoid the area and local residents are urged to keep windows and doors closed."

Staffordshire Fire and Rescue Service have been approached for a comment.