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Firefighters rush to chimney fire in residential property in South Shropshire

Firefighters were called out to a chimney fire at a residential property in Bishops Castle this morning. 

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Shropshire Fire and Rescue Service received a call reporting the fire in Grange Road, Bishop's Castle, at 9:21am today (Saturday, February 22).

The fire was said to be in the flue of a log burner in the property. 

Shropshire Fire and Rescue Service attended to the chimney fire this morning (February 22, 2025). Photo: Sam Bagnall
Shropshire Fire and Rescue Service attended to the chimney fire this morning (February 22, 2025). Photo: Sam Bagnall

Crews tackled the fire using buckets of water, chimney rods and small gear. The firefighters also used a thermal imaging camera to check the premises for any hot spots. 

The incident was concluded at 10:18am.

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