Crews rescue residents from property fire in Taunton

Two fire engines from Taunton were mobilised following a 999 call, reporting a fire in the downstairs of a property in Dorchester Road in Taunton this morning (Monday).

On arrival, crews confirmed that there was smoke and flames issuing and people still within the property.

A further fire engine from Bridgwater was then sent to assist.

Crews rescued one adult female, two children and one dog from the property via a first floor window.

The fire was extinguished using six breathing apparatus, two hose reel jets, one safety jet, triple extension ladder, ventilation fan and a thermal image camera.

Fire crews confirmed there was 60% fire and smoke damage to the kitchen and smoke damage throughout.

The ambulance was called to check over the residents.

The cause of the fire is currently under investigation.