Man taken to hospital with burns after marina boat fire

Four fire engines were called to a boat fire in Torquay Marina this morning - with a person taken to hospital with burns 

Fire in Torquay harbour this morning
Author: Andrew KayPublished 6th Apr 2023
Last updated 6th Apr 2023

The quick-thinking response of people around Torquay Marina has been praised after a boat fire this morning.

People rushed to help out and stop the flames spreading - before the four fire engines arrived.

A person’s been taken to hospital with burns, described as superficial. 

A spokesperson for Devon and Somerset Fire and Rescue Service said: "Crews were called to a fire in Torquay inner harbour at 8:40am. Firefighters extinguished the blaze but the vessel was totally destroyed.

"The incident was believed to be accidental ignition."

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