Report by Duncan Williams for Pulman's Weekly News
Fire crews from Axminster and surrounding stations were called to tackle a significant vehicle fire in East Devon this week, after a Telehandler caught alight and threatened to engulf a nearby industrial unit.
The alarm was raised at approximately 7.22pm on Wednesday, 9th April, when Devon and Somerset Fire and Rescue Service received a call from a concerned member of the public reporting a large fire involving a Telehandler - a type of heavy-duty lifting vehicle - on the outskirts of Axminster.
Responding swiftly, fire engines from Axminster and Charmouth were dispatched, supported by a water carrier from Bridport. As crews made their way to the scene, a considerable plume of smoke was already visible, prompting the use of breathing apparatus as a precautionary measure.
Upon arrival, firefighters found the blaze intensifying and beginning to spread to a nearby works unit.
To contain the fire and prevent further damage, crews split their…
