Around 25 firefighters battle major blaze at house in Swindon

Around 25 firefighters are currently battling a major blaze at a house in Swindon.

Emergency services were called to a property in Wheatcroft Way at around 6pm today (Friday).

At least five fire engines are on scene, as well as an incident support unit and an aerial ladder platform appliance.

Crews on scene are Swindon, Westlea, Stratton, Corsham, Devizes and Witney (Oxfordshire).

The road has been cordoned off as firefighters work to bring the flames under control.

According to a local resident, the blaze involved a bonfire which spread to a shed and across gardens.

As of 7.15pm, the fire was reportedly under control and fire crews were scaling back.