Public warned to avoid area after blaze near A420

The incident was reported this morning.

Author: Tom FeahenyPublished 31st Jan 2026

The A420 has been shut at North Wraxall near Chippenham after a house fire broke out early this morning.

Emergency crews were called to the property, which was found to be alight when they arrived.

Wiltshire Fire and Rescue are asking people to stay away from the area while they deal with the blaze.

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