Devon and Somerset Fire and Rescue Service said six fire engines were sent to the scene at Northam after fire broke out just after midnight on Thursday. A spokesperson said firefighters from seven stations had been tackling the blaze at a large two-storey derelict house.

Smithfield firefighters battled a house fire on Thursday afternoon. According to the Deputy Chief Steve Quattrini, fire crews were alerted of a fire at around 12:45 p.m. Firefighters observed heavy fire outside the house that affected both the first and the second floor when the arrived at the scene on Randall Street.

They added the caravan had been 100% damaged by fire and the cause of the blaze was believed to be accidental. Follow BBC Devon on X, Facebook and Instagram. Send your story ideas to [email protected].