Photos show the scale of a wildfire that has been burning for two days. South Wales Fire and Rescue Service confirmed that they received reports of a wildfire near Llanover Road in Blaenavon at approximately 11.09pm on Wednesday.
Crews attended the scene and managed the fire until the early hours before withdrawing due to severe winds and poor ground conditions. Following a reinspection, which took place at 7.30am on Thursday, the crews returned to the scene alongside partner agencies.
The fire and rescue service confirmed that the incident was still ongoing on Thursday and that the fire has been classed as a category two wildfire. They have also thanked members of the public for their calls and cooperation.
