Fire crews have been called to Binstead this afternoon (Friday) following reports of a fire in a field.
Teams from Ryde and Newport were tasked alongside a water carrier from Ventnor to Newnham Lane, having received the initial call at 2.54pm.
The incident, which occurred in close proximity to Newnham Farm, remains ongoing.
The Hampshire and Isle of Wight Fire Service say they are not sure of the cause of the fire.
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Snow Forecast For Isle Of Wight As Temperatures Continue To Plummet
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County Hall 'Manipulation' Row Leads To Resignation And Walkout By Councillor
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Busiest Year On Record For Hampshire And Isle Of Wight Air Ambulance
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Local NHS Asks For Your Help As Hospitals Face One Of Busiest Winter Weeks
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Sports Awards Entry Deadline Extended
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Less Than Two Weeks Left To bid For Share Of Wightlink’s £10,000 Green Innovation Fund
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Emergency Services Called To Two-Vehicle Crash In Newport
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Ten-Surgery Dental Practice Could Open In Island Seaside Town
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Historic Isle Of Wight Pub could be redecorated as part of new works scheme
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Ten Key Decisions Due To Be Made At County Hall This Week
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Three Road Closures In Place Following Adverse Weather
It’s been a busy weekend due to high winds, heavy rainfall and other incidents.
Stormy Weather Leaves Grade II Listed Ventnor Villa In Ruins
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Snows To Close Forest Road Motor Park With Redundancies In The Reckoning
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Month-Long Maintenance Set For East Cowes Red Funnel Terminal
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Arson Attempt Closes Accessible Toilets
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Key County Hall Body Votes Against Controversial Devolution Plan Proposals
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