Dramatic photos show a car on fire on the A4074, between Sandford and Heyford Hill roundabout.

Fire crews from Slade & Rewley Road Fire Station responded to the fire at 5:15pm yesterday.

They were faced with a car 'fully engulfed in fire', according to the service, which was spreading to the nearby hedgerows.

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Firefighters tackle car blaze near Heyford Hill Roundabout.

The road was closed close whilst two Firefighters in Breathing apparatus extinguished the fire using hose reel jets.

Images show the car ablaze with thick black smoke pouring into the sky, firefighters tackling the fire, and the moment the fire started being brought under control. 

Firefighters tackle car blaze, thick black smoke pouring into the air.

Incident Commander, Watch Manager Dan Shepherd said “Unfortunately the car was destroyed by fire, but the quick-thinking actions of the driver to make all efforts to remove the vehicle from the dual carriageway, meant motorists behind were less likely to be involved in this incident as a result.

"Thankfully all passengers were able to get out of the vehicle with no injuries.”

Firefighters get dramatic car blaze under control near Hayford Hill Roundabout

He continued: “Getting to a place of safety in a situation like a fire, accident or even a breakdown is an important action to take. If you do ever find yourself in this situation please remain away from the carriageway, preferably behind safety barriers, and face oncoming traffic. This will provide you the most protection until help arrives.”

This story was written by Shosha Adie. 

She joined the team in 2022 as a digital reporter.   

To get in touch with her email: Shosha.Adie@newsquest.co.uk

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