Wessex Water Evacuated After Fire At Site

Staff at the Wessex Water headquarters on Claverton Down were evacuated from their offices this morning after a fire broke out in one of the buildings.

The evacuation started after the fire alarm rang at around 9am.

Avon Fire and Rescue sent two fire engines to the scene, sealing off an area as firefighters tackled the fire.

High pressure hose reels were used to control the flames.

The damage to the building isn’t believed to be too significant and nobody has been hurt.

@nowbath Wessex Water Claverton being evacuated. Fire appliances x2 at scene.

— Pip (@MiIIers) June 25, 2013