North Yorkshire Fire and Rescue continue to monitor the area and deal with flare ups, as they happen. This is still an ongoing incident.
They say they are getting reports of people being in and around the active working areas, which are closed off.
A spokesperson said: “We know this guidance can be an inconvenience and we appreciate your ongoing support, but please help us and do not put yourself and our crews at risk.”
Please continue to follow the safety guidance, this includes:
• May Beck and Falling Foss car parks in Sneaton Forest are closed
• Parts of the Coast to Coast walk are not accessible.
• The A171 and B1416 between Whitby and Scarborough are open with 30mph speed limits
• Laybys are closed, this is to ensure people keep moving and do not stop to look at the fire.
Further details can be found by visiting: www.northyorks.gov.uk/wildfire
There is less smoke but at times you will still be able to smell it. If you are affected by smoke, please continue to keep your doors and windows shut.
