A SMALL fire in the open has started in a Hampshire town leading to smoke drifting over the town.

Firefighters from Eastleigh fire station were sent to Shamblehurst Lane, Hedge End, at about 2.25pm after they received calls about.

One appliance from the fire station has been sent and the fire is expected to be out shortly.

The pall of smoke is visible from several miles around and from the M27.