REPORTS of a fire near West Coker turned out to be a barn and a caravan alight.

Members of the public reported at around 11.30pm on Monday night (April 1), saying they could see a fire in the open.

A crew from Yeovil was sent to the scene and found a barn and caravan on fire.

A Devon & Somerset Fire and Rescue Service spokesperson said they called for assistance to deal with the blaze, requesting more crews, a water carrier and heavy rescue vehicle attend.

Crews from Yeovil on-call, Crewkerne, Sherborne and Bridport were mobilised, alongside an officer.

At around 12.55am, the crew confirmed the building was used for storage, with several seats of fire and a cabin adjacent.

Police were also on the scene, as firefighters worked to cool a number of cylinders in the building in a bid to prevent them catching fire.

The fire was under control by around 1.40am, with crews damping down the scene.

Firefighters left the scene at around 3am, with crews set to return this morning to check over the site.