Firefighters put out Thurcroft grass fire and issue prevention tips

One fire crew will stay at Steadfolds Lane to monitor the situation and ensure the fire does not reginite, a spokeswoman for South Yorkshire Fire and Rescue said.

Three fire crews were initially called to the scene at around 12.30pm.

Fire crews have reminded people to take extra care during hot weather to avoid starting accidental grass fires.

During hot and dry weather the risk of grass fires increases.

Fire officers are asking people to help prevent grass fires by:

• Not using open fires in the countryside.

• Making sure any barbecue or disposable barbecue is only used in a suitable location and is extinguished properly after use.

• Extinguishing cigarettes completely and not throwing cigarette ends on the ground.

• Not leaving bottles or glass in woodland – sunlight shining through glass can start fires.

A spokeswoman for South Yorkshire Fire and Rescue said: "Fire crews want their resources available to protect the communities of South Yorkshire - incidents involving accidental grass fires can use up a lot of these vital resources."