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Fallen tree brings down cable in major Shropshire road

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By Emily Lloyd Audience & Content Editor
Firefighters from Prees were called to the A49 after a fallen tree led to cable arching which caused a fire this morning <i>(Image: NQ)</i>
Firefighters from Prees were called to the A49 after a fallen tree led to cable arching which caused a fire this morning (Image: NQ)
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Emergency services were called to a major north Shropshire road this morning (Saturday, May 16) after a tree fell onto a cable.

The incident on the A49 at Lee Brockhurst happened just after 8am and left a cable arching, which caused a small fire.

One fire crew from Prees attended and used a hose reel jet to put out the blaze.

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They were joined by West Mercia Police officers.

Engineers from a utility company were also called to the scene.

A spokesperson for Shropshire Fire and Rescue Service said: "Small fire involving electricity cable affected by fallen tree."

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