Firecrews were mobilised to a large JCB on fire in a farmyard in Golant, Fowey on Tuesday (June 23).

The fire service was called just after 3pm and two appliances were mobilised by Critical Control.

South West Farmer:

One appliance from Fowey Community Fire Station and one from Lostwithiel Community Fire Station along with a Flexi Duty Officer were sent.

South West Farmer:

On arrival crew found the JCB loader well alight and used two hosereels to extinguish the fire.

South West Farmer:

The cause was believed to be accidental.

Fowey Community Fire Station is currently recruiting fire fighters. For more information visit the Fowey Community Fire Station Facebook page.