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Workshop Fire
Carnon Downs at 28/04/2026 08:52
Mutliple calls were received reporting a building fire. Two appliances from Truro and Falmouth were initially mobilised.
On arrival a well developed fire involving a building and vehicle was discovered. Further crews from Truro, Helston, Tolvaddon, Newquay and Mullion were mobilised to support.
Crews are fighting an industrial workshop utilising breathing apparatus, multiple jets and an aerial ladder platform supplied from a nearby open water source. Devon & Cornwall Police and National Grid are also in attendance.
Update 16:14: The fire is now extinguished and all resources have now left the scene. The incident was accidental and spread.
Date Posted: 28/04/2026