Firefighters tackle blaze involving hedge that spread to building in Bridgnorth

Shropshire Fire and Rescue Service received a call reporting the incident in Ludlow Road, Bridgnorth, at 5:22pm yesterday (Monday, July 7). 

Two fire engines were dispatched from Bridgnorth and Much Wenlock stations. 

Operations and hazmat officers were also in attendance.

Upon arrival, crews found a fire involving a hedge that had spread to a brick-built building.

Firefighters used a hosereel jet to extinguish the blaze while wearing breathing apparatus. 

The incident was declared under control by 6:07pm.