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The Isle of Wight Fire and Rescue Service were mobilised to reports of a fire on the outskirts of Newport tonight (Wednesday) – an hour before the second national lockdown comes into place.

Firefighters from 3 stations responded to an address on the new Pan Estate on the outskirts of Newport.

2 appliances from Newport Fire Station, Wholetime and Retained crew, along with a crew from Cowes were called to the residential property shortly after 23:00.

However, crews were stood down shortly after as it was discovered the fire was out upon arrival of the emergency services.

Fire crews have now since returned to their home stations.

Island Echo