Firefighters and partner agencies have brought wildfires near Cwmystwyth in the Elan Valley under control following several days of operations.

Mid and West Wales Fire and Rescue Service worked alongside Natural Resources Wales (NRW) to tackle the blaze, with crews now preparing to leave the scene after conditions significantly improved.

The fire service said that heavy rainfall in the area today, combined with continued support from the NRW firefighting helicopter, helped bring the situation under control.

Public health advice remains in place due to any remaining smoke from grass and wildfire activity:

• Residents should keep doors and windows closed while smoke is present, opening them again when the smoke passes.

• If you are travelling in areas affected by grass fire smoke, keep windows and air vents closed and turn off air conditioning.

• If you are concerned about symptoms caused by smoke, call NHS 111 Wales or visit: https://111.wales.nhs.uk/

Despite further showers being forecast over the weekend, agencies are continuing to urge the public to act responsibly and follow #WildfireWise / #DoethiDanauGwyllt guidance.

This includes never lighting fires in the countryside, avoiding disposable barbecues unless in designated areas, ensuring any barbecues are fully extinguished, and taking all litter home. Members of the public are also reminded that glass can intensify sunlight and start fires, and to report any signs of fire immediately by calling 999.

Fire crews thanked the public for their cooperation throughout the incident.