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Firefighters called to village near Shrewsbury after reports of 'explosions'

Firefighters were called to a village near Shrewsbury after receiving reports of a "bonfire and explosions".

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The Shropshire Fire and Rescue Service received a call shortly after 7pm on Saturday (March 15) reporting a fire in the open in Bomere Heath.

A concerned resident also reported 'explosions'.

One fire crew was sent from Shrewsbury Fire Station. 

However, firefighters found the incident to be a false alarm and reported a controlled bonfire and fireworks. 

The incident concluded at 7.29pm 

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