A car fire on the M5 near Taunton sparked a swift and decisive response from Devon and Somerset Fire and Rescue Service on the evening of January 22. At 6:11 pm, emergency crews were dispatched to the scene in Pitminster between Taunton and Wellington after receiving 31 calls reporting the blaze.
Two fire engines from Taunton arrived promptly, deploying firefighters equipped with two breathing apparatus sets, two hose reel jets, a thermal imaging camera, and cutting tools. Thanks to their rapid action, the fire was successfully extinguished, preventing further damage or injury.
According to the fire service, the cause of the fire was accidental. After ensuring the situation was fully under control, responsibility was handed over to the police and highway authorities for further management.
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Devon and Somerset Fire and Rescue Service summarized their response: “Two fire appliances attended a car on fire on the M5 following 31 calls to fire control. The fire was extinguished using 2 breathing apparatus, 2 hose reel jets, 1 thermal imaging camera, and cutting tools. Cause deemed as accidental. Duty of care left with Police and Highways.”