A fire which started in the garage of a Wickford home caused damage to the loft and roof of the adjoining house.

Four fire crews were called to Lindon Road at about 3.50pm today after the homeowners reported a blaze in the garage.

The loft was completely alight before the fire was extinguished at 5.30pm.

Station officer Steve Parker said: “Crews contained the fire to protect the property and ensured the homeowners were out.”

Homeowner Peter Bryan said: “We got out quite quickly and the firefighters have been very helpful.”