Firefighters tackle blaze involving 40ft vehicle at Southampton docks
FIREFIGHTERS were called to Southampton docks to deal with a blaze involving a freight-carrying vehicle.
The blaze broke out in the engine compartment of a 40ft tall straddle carrier, which is used to move containers.
Crews from three fire stations - Eastleigh, Redbridge and St Mary's - were called out at 1.56am.
Hampshire Fire and Rescue Service said the stop message came in at 3.34am.
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