Bin lorry fire in Telford - firefighters on the scene
A bin lorry caught fire in Telford this morning, prompting a call to the fire brigade.
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The incident happened in Moor Road, Dawley, shortly before noon.
Shropshire Fire and Rescue Service confirmed it was a “small fire” which was out before crews arrived on the scene.
A spokeswoman said: “At 11.48am on Friday, February 14, SFRS Fire Control received a call reporting a fire classified as ‘HGV fire’ in Telford.
“Small fire in rear of recycling lorry - out on arrival, inspection only.”
Two fire engines were sent to the scene from Telford Central station. An operations officer was in attendance.