Honiton firefighters called out to minibus fire in Upottery

Honiton firefighters were called out to a minibus on fire in Upottery just after 6pm yesterday (Thursday 30 December).

The fire spread to two nearby cars and a double garage and caused 'severe damage'.

The cause was deemed to have been accidental.

A spokesperson for Devon and Somerset Fire and Rescue Service said: "One fire appliance was sent to a minibus on fire next to a property. On arrival crews requested a second appliance for back up water supplies.

"The minibus fire spread to two adjacent cars and a double garage. Crews managed to put out the blaze using 4 breathing apparatus, 1 hose reel jet, 1 thermal imaging camera and hydraulic cutting equipment.

"The fire caused severe damage, and the cause was deemed accidental ignition."