Douglas firefighters keep Mount Rule Road vehicle fire from reaching buildings

Firefighters prevented a vehicle fire at a property on Mount Rule Road, Douglas, from reaching nearby buildings early on Tuesday 10 November, according to Energy FM.

The outlet reported that Douglas crews were sent at about 04:45 after reports of a vehicle on fire. When they got there, the vehicle was well alight and neighbouring structures were under threat.

Energy FM said more resources were called in, given the risk to property and the rural setting.

A fire service spokesperson, quoted by the outlet, said the fire was “quickly extinguished using high pressure hose reels and prevented from spreading further”. The spokesperson credited the crews’ quick initial actions.