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Barn Fire
Hugus, Truro at 03/08/2004 20:18
Appliances from Truro and Perranporth attended this incident which involved a barn measuring approximately 11 x 6 metres, which contained hay. Firefighters wearing breathing apparatus were committed at the incident, the fire was extinguished using hosereels and a jet. Crews were detained a considerable time, the last crew returning at approximately 0115 hours. Arson was suspected. Further details may be obtained from Devon & Cornwall Police.
ARSON ALERT
There have been several arson suspected fires in this area. It is important that the person or persons responsible are stopped before any more lives are put at risk.
You can assist us - if you have any information about any arson fire - contact CRIMESTOPPERS on 0800 555 111
Related item: http://www.cornwall.gov.uk/fire/fsafety/fs03f.htm
Date Posted: 04/08/2004