A CAR FIRE spread to two houses in Gobowen this morning, prompting rapid deployment of three fire crews.

Shropshire Fire and Rescue Service received a call reporting two properties on fire at 9.22am on Monday, May 22, in Thomas Penson Road, Gobowen, and sent three engines from Ellesmere, Oswestry and Shrewsbury to the scene.

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The car fire quickly escalated, engulfing two adjacent properties and compromising their gas and electricity supply.

A spokesperson from SFRS said: “The fire started from a car and then spread to two domestic properties.

Border Counties Advertizer: Fire crews putting out the blaze in Thomas Penson Road, GobowenFire crews putting out the blaze in Thomas Penson Road, Gobowen (Image: Thomas Lea)

“It has affected the gas and electricity supply so utility companies are also in attendance assisting the Fire Service.

“One 13.5-meter ladder and hose reel jets were used, and an operation officer is also in attendance.”