A property fire in the rural village of Porchfield has been tackled by firefighters from stations across the Isle of Wight this morning (Sunday).
Firefighters from Newport, Ryde, Cowes and Shanklin were called to the scene on Main Road at around 10:30 following reports of a fire within a residential address.
Equipped in breathing apparatus and using hose reel jets, firefighters managed to bring the blaze under control.
Main Road remains blocked whilst firefighters pack up their equipment.
Crews from Ryde and Shanklin have already returned to station, with remaining crews expected to follow suit imminently.
Hampshire & Isle of Wight Fire and Rescue Service has been approached for comment.
UPDATE ON MONDAY – Hampshire & Isle of Wight Fire and Rescue Service have confirmed that the fire was caused by a lithium-ion battery.
You missed Cowes off the list who were 2nd pump in attendance,
Report states firefighters from Ryde Newport Shanklin Cowes were in attendance and does it matter which 2nd pump was from the important thing is stopping the fire