Firefighters tackle property blaze in Cornwall

Cornwall Fire and Rescue Service said it received multiple 999 calls on Monday evening

Firefighters are tackling a property blaze in south-east Cornwall after receiving multiple 999 calls.

Cornwall Fire and Rescue Service said appliances had been sent to the property on the A387 near Polperro. Crews have been sent from Polruan, Liskeard and Looe.

The service said crews requested an additional appliance which was sent from Lostwithiel as well as a water carrier, breathing apparatus support unit and incident command units.

The fire service said assistance was being provided by Devon and Cornwall Police, South Western Ambulance Service and National Grid.

The fire service said a station manager was also at the scene.

A spokesperson for National Grid said nearby power had been cut off for "safety reasons".