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Devon crews tackle arson attack on derelict building

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Ten crews attended including an aerial ladder team from Barnstaple

Fire crews say a large fire in a derelict building was started deliberately.

They were called to the Old Dairy in Rolle Road, Great Torrington, at about 18:30 GMT on Thursday after reports of black smoke and flames.

The fire, which was "started deliberately", was brought under control at 02:20 GMT, said Devon and Somerset Fire and Rescue Service.

Ten crews attended including an aerial ladder team from Barnstaple.

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The fire was brought under control at 02:20 GMT
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