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Firefighters Tackle 'Fire In The Open' On Outskirts Of Newport

Photo from Friends of Freshwater Fire.

Firefighters have been tackling a fire in the open on the outskirts of Newport.

One engine from Newport, and one water carrier, has been called to a "small" fire off Forest Road.


Photo from Friends of Freshwater Fire.

Hampshire and Isle of Wight Fire and Rescue Service says it's happened near the junction of Betty Haunt Lane and Whitehouse Road.

Crews were called at 9.08am.


Photo from Friends of Freshwater Fire.

They have since stood down from the incident.

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