Fire crews are currently dealing with a grass fire in the area of Bradda West.
Two appliances from Port Erin were dispatched to the blaze, an offroad vehicle and water carrier appliance have also been sent from Douglas.
The Incident Command Unit is in attendance, working to stop the spread of the fire and damp down the surrounding grass.
Motorists and pedestrians are asked to avoid the area for the time being.
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