Firefighters tackle forage harvester blaze

Firefighters from both Middlemoor and North Tawton were called to tackle a forage harvester fire which took place at Ruxford Barton, Sandford, Crediton last night.

The incident, which occured just after 10pm, saw firefighters extinguish the harvester which had become extremely alight.

Crews used two hose reel jets and small tools to extinguish the fire. Mobile lighting was also used to make the harvester safe.

Devon and Somerset Fire and Rescue Service confirm this was an accidental fire, believed to be caused by an electrical fault.