THESE pictures show how dramatic yesterday's (Saturday) van fire was in Hereford.

Smoke could be seen from across the city as firefighters tackled the blaze in Roman Road shortly before midday.

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The fire led to the railway bridge near the Volkswagen garage being closed, with motorists being forced to turn around. 

The ambulance service was also called to the incident, with one person taken to hospital.

Below are some pictures of the fire, as captured by Derek Foxton.

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