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Firefighters called to reports of a chimney fire in Shifnal

Firefighters were called to reports of a chimney fire in Shifnal this evening. 

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Shropshire Fire and Rescue Service received a call reporting the incident in Bridgnorth Road, Shifnal, at 5:30pm today (Monday, March 31). 

Firefighters dispatched from Telford Central and carried out a thorough internal investigation using a thermal imaging camera. 

A firefighter
Firefighters were called to reports of a chimney fire in Shifnal. Photo: PA

Upon investigation, they found that the smoke was caused by the chimney failing to draw on initial lighting.

After giving advice to the occupier, the incident was concluded at 6:05pm. 

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