Chard Fire Station and Axminster Fire Station responded to reports of a field fire in South Chard at 1.17pm on Thursday, August 6. A spokesperson for Chard Fire Station said: "Upon arrival, firefighters found a fast-moving fire rapidly consuming grassland and spreading towards nearby boundary lines." Firefighters immediately began tackling the blaze using two hose reel jets. Chard Fire Station said: "Thanks to a quick and coordinated effort, firefighters successfully brought the blaze under control and prevented further damage to neighbouring land." The Chard Fire Station spokesman said: "Dry grass and hedgerows can ignite easily and spread with incredible speed, especially in windy conditions.