Concern for wildlife after devastating fire 'decimates' Salford nature reserve
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manchestereveningnews.co.ukSign up to the MySalford newsletter and don't miss a thing happening in and around the city A fire at a Salford nature reserve will prove 'devastating' for wildlife, an environmental charity has said.
Firefighters were called to the blaze at Little Woolden Moss at Cadishead on Monday evening (April 12). The Wildlife Trust says around 500 sq m (5382 sq ft) of peat land has been left 'decimated'.
The charity fears some of the animals who call the site home, including common lizards, field voles and field mice 'may not have been able to escape the flames quickly enough'.
The cause of the fire is unknown, although Greater Manchester Fire and Rescue service say it is believed to have been started deliberately.
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