More than 30 firefighters have been called to a property on fire near Totland this morning (Wednesday).
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Seven fire appliances - and a water carrier - are on scene at Moons Hill, near Totland.
The Hampshire and Isle of Wight Fire and Rescue Service was called at 5.35am.
Smoke can be seen billowing from the thatched roof of the property.
It's understood the occupants of the home are safe.
Our Isle of Wight crews are dealing with a thatch fire on Moons Hill, Freshwater this morning.
— Hampshire & Isle of Wight Fire & Rescue Service (@HantsIOW_fire) July 27, 2022
Please avoid the area to allow access for our firefighters. 🚒⚠️ pic.twitter.com/i1YnnoI7MX
*UPDATED 7.55am
*People nearby are being advised to keep their windows closed.
it is not known at this time how the fire started.
(Picture by Sienna Anderson)
(Picture by Sienna Anderson)
(Picture by Friends of Freshwater Fire Station)
(Picture by Friends of Freshwater Fire Station)
(Picture by Friends of Freshwater Fire Station)