Fire crews were called to a vehicle fire in Waddington last night after a minibus burst into flames on The Square.

Lancashire Fire and Rescue Service said three fire engines from Clitheroe and Great Harwood attended the incident at 11-29pm. The fire involved a vehicle and the side door of a nearby commercial premises.

Firefighters used two hose reels and breathing apparatus to tackle the blaze, along with specialist equipment including a thermal imaging camera, gas monitor, lighting and a positive pressure ventilation fan to make the scene safe. Crews remained at the scene for around three and a half hours.

Eyewitnesses said the vehicle had come down the fell road before catching fire, with reports of a loud explosion heard as the blaze took hold. It is understood the woman driving the vehicle managed to escape in time and was taken into a nearby house.

No further injuries were reported.