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Barn Fire

Fenemere Lane

Baschurch

Station ground: Baschurch

Saturday, 28 August, 2021 12:33

At 12:33 on Saturday, 28 August, 2021, SFRS Fire Control received a call reporting a fire classified as Barn Fire in Baschurch.

4 fire appliances including the Light Pumping Unit, the Water Carrier and the Welfare Unit were mobilised from Bridgnorth, Craven Arms, Hodnet, Newport and Shrewsbury. Operations, Fire Investigation and Principal officers were in attendance.

Also at the scene of the incident were: the Police.

Fire Crews from Shrewsbury and Hodnet were mobilised to a serious Barn fire in Baschurch, 12:33hrs (28/08/2021), supported by specialist resources from Bridgnorth, Craven Arms and Command Officers. Despite the best efforts of emergency services, a person was declared deceased at the scene. Group Manager Lee Baker said: “We are working closely with West Mercia Police to determine the circumstances of the fire and what led to the tragic event. Our gratitude goes out to those that supported the emergency services and thoughts are with those affected at this difficult time."

The stop message was received at Sat, 08/28/2021 - 16:55

Issued by Fire Control at Shropshire Fire and Rescue Service. Telephone 01743 260290. Please check out our Twitter and Facebook accounts for other announcements.