Camper destroyed in Rackenford blaze

A camper van was left severely damaged after catching fire near Rackenford yesterday (Thursday.) It occurred on the road between Witheridge and Tiverton at about 4.50pm and fire crews from both towns were sent to the scene. They discovered the camper w

A camper van was lefty severely damaged after catching fire near Rackenford yesterday (Thursday.)

It occurred on the road between Witheridge and Tiverton at about 4.50pm and fire crews from both towns were sent to the scene.

They discovered the camper well alight and needed to be cautious because it contained a cylinder of propane gas.

Two crew members donned breathing apparatus and two hose reels were used to put out the blaze.