Devon and Somerset Fire and Rescue are tackling the blaze between Monkton Heathfield and Creech St Michael, near Taunton.
They have said this is a “large barn fire”.
FIRE: Barn blaze near Taunton. Pic: Kerry Louise Nead’s
Three fire crews were on scene dealing with the blaze at around 11pm.
“Fire Control have received multiple calls reporting a barn on fire,” said a spokesperson for Devon and Somerset Fire and Rescue.
“Crews are on scene from Taunton, Bridgwater and Wellington dealing with this incident.
“This incident is ongoing.”
We are currently dealing with a large barn fire close to Creech St Michael, Taunton. More details to follow pic.twitter.com/lkH6aaq2of
— Devon and Somerset Fire and Rescue Service (@DSFireUpdates) February 19, 2021
BLAZE: Photo taken at the Langaller turning at 10.05pm. Pic: Mark Jenks
However at 11.57pm, six fire engines were in attendance at the scene.
The additional fire engines have come from Wellington, Ilminster and Bridgwater. The incident support vehicle and a 4×4 from Yeovil are also on scene battling the blaze.
Avon and Somerset Police are also in attendance and there are some road closures in place.
At approximately 10.15pm this evening (19/2/21) we received reports of a barn fire near Creech St Michael, Taunton. Officers are in attendance assisting the fire service. Some local road closures are in place. Follow @DSFireUpdates for updates. https://t.co/xfqkWx1XWe
— Avon and Somerset Police (@ASPolice) February 19, 2021