Car flips on icy road near Torquay

Fire crews from Torquay and Newton Abbot attended a serious road traffic collision after a car hit a patch of ice and flipped over. The Devon Air Ambulance were also in attendance.

With the vehicle on its side, the driver of the vehicle was stuck inside. The fire crews had to help the casualty through the window of the car.

Although the driver did have some injuries, it's been reported that none are serious.

A spokesperson for Newton Abbot Fire Station said: "This morning, one appliance from Newton Abbot Fire Station, alongside another appliance from Torquay, was mobilised to reports of a Road Traffic Collision.

"Whilst en route, the crews were updated, informing them that the vehicle had rolled onto its side and that there was a single occupant confirmed trapped within the vehicle.

"Upon arrival, these reports were confirmed, and crews got to work stabilising the vehicle. Between the ambulance service, occupant, and fire crews, the decision was made to assist the casualty out through the window of the vehicle.

"The occupant had unfortunately sustained injuries to their arm during the incident. However, they were left in the good care of the ambulance service prior to our departure. Crews finished off the incident by ensuring the car was left safe and isolated ahead of the vehicle being recovered.

"This incident was believed to be caused by a build-up of ice on the road following the recent cold weather we have experienced.