A tractor loaded with hay bales went up in flames in Aylesbeare this morning (Thursday, June 15).

A member of the public reported the fire at 11am.

Crews from Sidmouth and Middlemoor attended and found the tractor well alight. They tackled the fire using used hose reel jets, a fog spike and thermal imaging camera.

The tractor was left with about 75 per cent fire damage.