Van destroyed by fireworks detonation following vehicle fire

A van was destroyed after fireworks loaded inside it detonated when the vehicle caught fire. Firefighters were called to Wimborne Road in Tarrant Keyneston, Dorset, at approximately 21:50 GMT on Friday. The Dorset & Wiltshire Fire and Rescue Service stated that a cordon was established due to the risk posed by the fireworks, but it was removed once the fire had burned out. Crews departed the scene around 07:50 on Saturday; however, the road will remain closed for the van’s recovery and to carry out road repairs. No injuries were reported.