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RECAP: A30 cleared following tractor fire near Chard

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  • The A30 has been cleared following a fire this morning that destroyed a tractor near the Windwhistle Inn close to Cricket St Thomas between Chard and Crewkerne.
  • A Devon & Somerset Rescue Service spokesperson said: “The tractor was destroyed by fire and the trailer was partially damaged. An area of hedgerow was also damaged in the fire, which started accidentally.”
  • The A30 was partially blocked while the emergency services were at the scene.

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