Electrical fault sparks car fire on A64 near York
AN ELECTRICAL fault is believed to have sparked a car fire on the A64 near York this morning.
Fire crews were called to the incident, involving a Vauxhall Astra, on the eastbound carriageway close to Fulford at about 6.20am.
Damage was limited to the engine compartment only.
A dry powder extinguisher was used before crews arrived.
Firefighters used a hose reel to cool the engine.
A spokesman for North Yorkshire fire service said: "The cause is believed to be an electrical fault".
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