A VAN was partly destroyed by fire and a car was damaged after an incident in Kempsey.

Two firefighters put out the flames during the fire in Bannut Hill at 1.23am this morning (Tuesday).

A Hereford & Worcester Fire and Rescue Service spokesperson said: "A crew from Worcester Fire Station was called at 1.23am on September 17 to a small vehicle on fire in Bannut Hill, Kempsey.

"The fire involved one van front which was destroyed by fire and a car with minor heat damage.

"The fire was fought by two firefighters wearing breathing apparatus and using one hosereel jet.

"The area was dampened down and a thermal imaging camera used to check for hot spots.

"There were no casualties and no other emergency services were required."