Grass fire in Macclesfield

 A grass and scrub fire burning in Macclesfield is under control.

The CFA is advising that there is no threat to the community, but residents should stay informed and monitor conditions.

A CFA spokesman said firefighters received the call to an area near TS Champions Road about 4.05pm on Monday 25 February.

By 5pm the fire was declared under control, but not before burning through an area about 100 metres by 60 metres.

He said air support was called in at one stage to support the 13 appliances on the ground.