Firefighters Control Blaze in Wisbech

Firefighters in Wisbech successfully extinguished a blaze that ignited from an electricity pylon on Oldfield Lane, which spread to nearby hedges and trees. The incident was reported at 11:50 AM, prompting responses from multiple fire crews from Wisbech, March, and Norfolk. Local residents experienced a strong acrid smell and smoke, leading some to shut their windows. Cambridgeshire Fire and Rescue utilized hose reels to control the flames, with police and UK Power Networks also on the scene to assist. Fortunately, there were no reported injuries from this incident. The fire has since been brought under control, alleviating concerns for the surrounding community.