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Coach destroyed in fire on major Shropshire road

A coach was destroyed in a fire on a major Shropshire road this afternoon.

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Shropshire Fire and Rescue Service received a call at 2.24pm reporting the incident on the the A5, Preston Island to M54, junction seven - eastbound.

The road was closed by West Mercia Police and three fire crews were sent from Shrewsbury and Wellington.

Coach destroyed by fire

Crews used breathing apparatus, a hosereel jet, and small gear to tackle the fire.

A coach was destroyed in the fire. Photo: Shropshire Fire and Rescue Service

One coach in a lay-by was completely destroyed by the fire.

A coach was destroyed in the fire. Photo: Shropshire Fire and Rescue Service

Firefighters were finished at the scene by 3.30pm.

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