Collision involving articulated vehicle

Firefighters from Colyton and Seaton attend the scene.

A man had to be released from an articulated vehicle by firefighters following a collision on the A3052 at Boshill Cross, Axmouth.

The incident occurred today (Wednesday), at 1.31pm, and fire appliances from Colyton and Seaton were called to the scene.

A spokesman for Devon and Somerset Fire and Rescue Service said: “Fire crews confirmed a road traffic collision involving one articulated vehicle on its side beside the public highway.

“Fire crews released one male casualty, who was unharmed, from the cab using a short extension ladder for access.”

The vehicle was made safe and the incident was left in the hands of the police and ambulance service.