Picture shows devastating effect of fire on county farmhouse

​ReporterFirefighters were called to the scene after receiving six 999 calls. (Image: Billy Tizzer) A DRONE picture has shown the devastating effects of a fire in a derelict property in Herefordshire. Firefighters were called to the farmhouse on the A456 in Little Hereford yesterday evening (January 24), after six 999 calls were made alerting them to the incident. Firefighters from Tenbury Wells, Kingsland, and Leominster were called at 9.11pm. The response was scaled back today to just one crew from Malvern Fire Station on the scene this morning, and a spokesperson for Hereford and Worcester Fire and Rescue Service has since confirmed that crews have left the scene. Read more: The spokesperson added that firefighters may return later today to perform a re-inspection, including searching for any hotspots. A drone photo taken at the scene has shown that the property no longer has a roof or secure windows. Earlier, a fire service spokesperson said the building had become structurally unsafe after the blaze. West Mercia Police have been contacted for comment. Emergency 

Caitlin King

Caitlin King is the editor of Herefordshire News, covering stories that celebrate life across the county — from local politics to countryside living. A lifelong Midlander with a background in regional journalism, she’s passionate about telling honest, human stories that keep Herefordshire connected.

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