Boxing Day Blaze: Massive Garage Fire in Bickton Demands Multi-Force Firefighting Effort
Firefighters Race to the Scene
Fire crews from Hampshire and Isle of Wight Fire & Rescue Service dashed to assist Dorset colleagues in tackling a huge timber garage fire in Bickton Lane, Bickton, just before 9pm on Boxing Day. The blaze had quickly engulfed a large structure and three vehicles, prompting an urgent call for backup.
Combined Forces Battle the Inferno
On-call teams from Fordingbridge and Ringwood joined forces with firefighters from Dorset and Wiltshire Fire and Rescue Services. Armed with breathing apparatus, they launched a fierce attack using hoses and specialist foam jets to bring the roaring flames under control.
Hours-Long Fight Ends with Vigilant Monitoring
The relentless effort paid off as the stop message came through around 11pm. Despite the success, one crew stayed overnight for a thorough reinspection, making sure every hotspot was fully extinguished.
