Multiple crews on scene of large Shropshire vehicle fire

Crews from three stations are on scene

Author: Adam ClarkPublished 28th May 2025

Shropshire Fire and Rescue Service are currently on the scene of a large vehicle fire in the Newport area of the county.

Crews are currently on Wellington Road, where the road is currently closed as they deal with the incident.

A spokesperson for the fire service said: "We are currently dealing with a large vehicle fire on Wellington Road in Newport.

"Crews from Wellington, Telford and Tweedale are in attendance and four firefighters are wearing breahting apparatus and using three hose reel jets to tackle the blaze.

"The road is closed and we advise you to avoid the area while we remain on scene."

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