Fire ravages pet breeding centre

It has been reported that a fire caused the deaths of over 1000 pets that were homed at a breeding centre in Okehampton, Devon.
The fire which was originally suspected as arson, turned out to be caused by an electrical fault in equipment used within the centre. There were a total of 4 barns, a caravan and some vehicles used for the business that were all destroyed by the fire.

The local fire brigade attended but were unable to save the numerous animals including guniea pigs and rabbits. It took them approximately 3 hours to get the blaze under control, with the intense heat making it difficult for the fire officers to get too close.

The owner was too distraught to make any comment at this time, but friends confirmed that is believed the fire started in some sheds containing freezers.