An investigation has been launched into a blaze in Bestwood after a grass fire spread to a house and threatened to reach nearby homes on Sunday (July 17). Eight fire engines were called to the blaze in Stevenholme Crescent.
The incident was reported to Nottinghamshire Police shortly before 4.45pm. Officers closed all roads in the immediate vicinity and evacuated 26 neighbouring homes as a precaution while fire colleagues tackled the blaze.
A house in Stevenholme Crescent was badly damaged but thankfully no injuries were reported. Some properties nearby also suffered damage to fences and sheds.