The Fire and Rescue team were called to a gorse fire in Colby yesterday afternoon.
Rushen, Castletown and Douglas crews put out the flames in Ballakilpheric that was reaching a nearby tractor after spreading approximately one acre at 3:30pm yesterday.
The fire service is urging the public to be careful in dry grass areas, and to avoid dropping cigarettes or leaving barbecues unattended.
They also warn that sunlight shining through glass can start large fires.
Appeal after dog attack leaves 2 sheep dead, 2 injured
Police are appealing for information after a serious attack on livestock.
Leave extra time for hospital appointments amid roadworks, says Manx Care
Road works will be going ahead at Noble's Hospital next week.
MHK queries Island's abortion figures since law change
How many women have terminated their pregnancies on the Island since laws surrounding abortion were modernised?
Could you help run abattoir?
The Island's abattoir says it's looking for new board members.
Historic church in line for improvement work
A church which has served Crosby for more than 850 years could be getting some much-needed attention, if planners give the go-ahead.
New clerk for Arbory and Rushen
A local authority in the south of the Island is appointing a new clerk.
MHK wants prediction about Manx economy amid Iran war
The impact of the war in the Middle East on the Island will be raised Tynwald next week.
Minister reveals Steam Packet loan figures
The Steam Packet has repaid more than £27.3 million from a £154 million government loan issued in 2021.
