A large fire erupted behind houses on the A392 main road, posing a severe threat to Hendra Holiday Park and sending toxic black smoke billowing across the town.

The blaze, difficult to access and dangerously close to a major telecoms tower, prompted fire services from as far as Perranporth to respond.

Major road closures, including the A392 and Trencreek B road, were enforced. This incident follows closely on the heels of another major fire that recently consumed the derelict California Hotel in Pentire Newquay. Fortunately, no injuries have been reported.

Arson is suspected at a large barn fire near to houses on the A392 main road adjacent to the busy with Hendra holiday Park. A major telecoms tower located meters from the difficult-to-access blaze was near to being engulfed. Toxic thick black smoke could be seen for miles about the town. Fire appliances were called from as far as Perranporth with 36 firefighters at the peak. . Nobody is believed injured in this event. Major road closures ensue, including the A392 and the Trencreek B road, Just days ago a major fire consumed the derelict California Hotel located in Pentire Newquay.