Police urge motorists to avoid an area in south Cherwell where emergency services are tackling a blaze

Police have urged motorists to avoid an area in south Cherwell this afternoon (Monday) where six fire appliances are tackling a field fire.
The scene of a field fire near Tackley this afternoonThe scene of a field fire near Tackley this afternoon
The scene of a field fire near Tackley this afternoon

Thames Valley Police Cherwell said: “Fire crews and police are currently on scene at a field fire between Tackley and Bunlers Hill.

"Six fire crews are currently in attendance and police are currently closing roads to assist crews.”

Policce said the fire is contained and no buildings or livestock are in danger.

“Please avoid this are while fire crews deal with this incident,” they said.