MULTIPLE fire crews were called to a house fire this morning.

Fire crews received several calls, from the occupant, neighbours and passing motorists, about the incident, after a bang was heard in the roof space followed by smoke at around 9.15am.

Initially, two fire engines and an aerial ladder platform from Yeovil were sent to the scene in Combe Close, Yeovil.

A spokesperson from the Devon and Somerset Fire and Rescue Service, said: "On arrival of the first crews they confirmed smoke was issuing from the roof, shortly followed by an assistance message for further appliances, as fire quickly took hold and crews prepared to enter the property."

A further three fire engines from Sherborne, part if the Dorset & Wiltshire Fire & Rescue Service, Martock and Crewkerne were mobilised, followed by a Command Support Unit from Street, as well as supporting officers.

The incident was brought under control at 11.25am after crews worked to bring the fire under control and prevent it from rapidly spreading to the neighbouring property.

The spokesperson said: "The cause was accidental and the loud bang heard at the time of call was confirmed to come from a gas boiler in the loft space.

"Eight firefighters in breathing apparatus worked to extinguish the fire using two hose reel jets and one covering jet, as well as using thermal imaging equipment in the roof spaces of both properties continually checking for fire spread and hotspots.

"The aerial ladder platform was used externally to prevent further damage to the roof and make it safe. Once satisfied that the fire was out and the area made safe duty of care was left with the occupants of both properties."