A bungalow near the A420 was gutted in a dramatic early morning blaze, sending around 40 firefighters racing to the scene.
Firefighters Battle Fierce Flames at North Wraxall Bungalow
Just before 6am on Saturday, a fierce fire erupted at a bungalow in North Wraxall, west of Chippenham. Eight fire crews from Chippenham, Corsham, Calne, Bath, Bradford on Avon, and Trowbridge were joined by extra units from Devizes, Royal Wootton Bassett, and Swindon to tackle the inferno.
Occupant Escapes Thanks to Quick-Thinking Neighbour
Despite the raging flames, the occupant managed to escape unharmed. A quick-thinking neighbour led them to safety before emergency crews arrived, preventing what could have been a tragedy.
Fire Service Confirms Investigation Underway
“We were called to North Wraxall at 5.58am for a well-developed fire in a bungalow adjacent to the A420,” said Dorset and Wiltshire Fire and Rescue Service.
“At the peak, approximately 40 firefighters worked using breathing apparatus, hose reel jets, and an aerial ladder platform that doubled as a water tower and stripped away roof tiles.
“By 10am, the response was scaled back, but the A420 remains closed while firefighting continues. The cause of the fire is unknown. A full investigation will begin once it’s safe.”
