Car Fire on Ryde Esplanade, Isle of Wight.

[@PaulStewartAviation]

Opening the doors to vent the smoke so that it doesn't damage the interior? What champions this crew are! And the water was on the fire very quickly.

[@AndrewWLThomson]

Agree. And the old school ‘firewall’ between engine and passenger compartment did its job.

[@dt153]

For those of use who own classic vehicles, that is one of our worst fears. The Fire Dept did a great job of acting quickly, and being careful not to cause any additional damage to the car

[@letsdiscussitoversometea8479]

The UK has a fire *_department_* now, does it???

[@aportman58]

Considering the advancement of the fire it could have been much worse if hadn't been extinguished so quickly! Great job fire crew!!!

[@1mikefrost]

Heartbreaking. But repairable thanks to the firefighters .

[@thebrummierailenthusiasts5329]

Great job for the firefighters to come to the scene to get the fire on that jaguar out

[@PeterSwinkels]

I hope the owner can get his car properly restored. That looks like a really nice classic!

[@AndrewWLThomson]

Exactly. Fewer and fewer of these original oldies are still on the road.

[@AndrewWLThomson]

@@HuskyGamersUNITE. 100% agree. And the owner must also know how to use that fire extinguisher most effectively- delay and the advantage is lost. Every second counts.

[@RandyDarkshade2]

@@HuskyGamersUNITE Also, fuel lines can deteriorate and leak, it's good to check those regularly as well.

[@levelcrossing150]

@@RandyDarkshade2 Ethanol added to petrol has now increased the chances of damage to pipelines and petrol related parts.

[@simbee3634]

@@HuskyGamersUNITE The liquid and white foam around the front of the car at the start of the video might indicate that a fire extinguisher has already been used... but not enough to stop the fire.

[@MikeGMcDermott]

Poor Jag. Well done to the fire brigade. Top job!

[@AndrewWLThomson]

Agreed. Saved the car.

[@cycleSCUBA]

Yep, dealt with safely and thoroughly. They also have the means to deal with the liquid nasties that leak from burning vehicles before they pollute the environment.

[@mipamat5804]

USA firefighters please note: Tender arrived at 01:34, High pressure hose deployed with water on fire at 01:53 with none of this messing about getting dry hoses out in straight lines. Well done UK Firefighters.

[@timothypaulduquemun8400]

Nice to see the crew commander putting water on there first

[@Joe74854]

Not crew-commander with white hat would of been watch manager next level up

[@rustynail6819]

I've always been an advocate of the hard realed trash line. They're very underrated. You can get water on the fire in under 20 seconds of arrival. I don't see many US engines with hose reals anymore.

[@ctiley2212]

Out of the truck and water on the fire in about a sixteenth of the time any American crew can do it, these fellows are professionals.

[@AndrewWLThomson]

Having water onboard the appliance with a pump and long hose is a British tactic that goes back to fighting the fires in London during Blitz when bombs had destroyed the water mains.

[@vinylseat]

Agree. Those great American firefighters need that hose reel badly. They need to demand better kit. Fantastic engines but no water!

[@Grayarea321]

Holy cow, by the time the guys had their scba on the fire was out…

[@Grayarea321]

@@vinylseatmost American engines carry between 500-1000 gallons of water. FYI. Ladder trucks may or may not carry water depending on local jurisdiction.

[@JB91710]

They also have the strong and responsible work ethic that USA fireplayers lack.

[@1real11]

What a shame, hope the repair/restoration is viable. Nice job by fireman, and great to see them take care of the car and contents.

[@wildthing1609]

easy fix great job by the fire crew , they saved a classic

[@copkiller-du2ld]

Great shame.Hopefully , this classic jag is restored again

[@sherihancroft]

such a shame to see a classic in distress like that good to see that the fire was contained so quickly too

[@AndrewWLThomson]

Agree. Prompt action from Fire Crew saved the day.

[@MrPabsUk]

That was burning around the carbs..

[@messylaura]

great work on the fire crew part, treated the car with respect and didn't do additional damage, seen a few butcher cars for the sake of it

[@MrAshton75]

Lovely camera work, nice scenery lovely architecture well done..👍

[@gillesrenaud6926]

Now I would like to see a series of videos about the restauration of this amazing car. I hope for all of us, that they will do it.

[@JB91710]

That would be great, wouldn't it?

[@chriscatarcio2983]

Good job. No dicking around. Stand back get water on the fire. While they get gear on. No nuckel head with a bar prying the hood open. Breaking out the glass. Well done.

[@AndrewWLThomson]

💯%. Show them how it’s done.

[@harryproud9679]

Yes brother fellow firefighter. Perfect attack, carefull .good easy job. I’m retired now.k31 then k21.known as Henry, or crazzzze H. 🦾😇🤪👍👍🤝

[@prendoso]

What a shame, what a lovely car- the inside looked really well restored.

[@AndrewWLThomson]

Luckily the doors were left closed so the interior had very little fire or water damage.

[@prendoso]

@@AndrewWLThomson Yes - good point.

[@colinhoward74]

That one was restored to a Coombs spec car , note the louvres on the bonnet and trimmed rear wheel arches , that was a carb fire , common with older jags , the car is in good condition and fully restorable , anyone who drives a Coombs spec Mk2 will have the correct insurance and undoubtably be able to go back to the restorer !

[@AndrewWLThomson]

Great effort by the fire brigade to save the car and not to damage it further. I’m sure it already back on the road.

[@AndrewWLThomson]

Could this be a consequence of what the new E10 ethanol/petrol is having on (rubber) fuel delivery systems in older car engines?

[@s.achaplin2848]

I've been using the Ethanol fuel in my Mk2 and 420 here in the states for years--no problems whatsoever. Not saying it couldn't happen though, just my tuppence worth :)

[@AndrewWLThomson]

@@s.achaplin2848 There is an outcry among vintage car collectors in the UK over the government introduced 10% ethanol mix in regular unleaded (E10) petrol.

[@mikecartlidge5355]

@@AndrewWLThomson Motorcycle owners too, one of the most important things is to make sure your vehicle is fitted with ethanol compatible fuel lines, I also add on each fill the latest incarnation of Castrol Valvemaster which contains a stabillizer to help prevent corrosion damage and also contains an octane booster. There are videos on here showing you how to remove ethanol from the fuel you just bought using water and the separation method, afterwards you need to add octane booster. I really feel sorry for the owner of this Jag.

[@tomsixsix]

@@AndrewWLThomson Surely a vintage car owner could afford super unleaded, which is 5% ethanol.

[@AndrewWLThomson]

@@tomsixsix. Decades of using the ethanol/petrol mix could have made those rubber fuel hoses break down and eventually spring a leak under pressure.

[@PeakLifePotential]

Older cars have less plastic to feed the fire than modern cars.

[@johnfranklin5277]

Very true, so much METAL and CHROME in my 58 caddy, even my 68 stang has a metal dash, metal interior doors ....

[@pookyhogan]

Clearly efforts made not to damage the car further.

[@AndrewWLThomson]

Agreed. The firemen “popped” the hood open rather than using crowbars or cutters.

[@roverade1]

breaks my heart to see this .....well done Trumpton

[@andrewdaley3081]

Same. 🇬🇧👍

[@D5DRIFT]

Dreadful. Dumbass people still driving by, not knowing if there is any fuel, oil etc in the road. And also the risk of tyre explosion. Dumb to pass next to it.

[@AndrewWLThomson]

Rubbernecking

[@independentguy007]

Even after the fire it's still a beautiful motor.

[@pistonbroke]

At least they got there in good time. That car can be saved.

[@nevillemason6791]

Fortunately this was Ryde where the fire station has a fire crew during the daytime. Night-time they respond from their home address so an additional 5+ minutes delay. Only Newport has full time crews 24/7. The other 8 Isle of Wight fire stations only have on-call (retained) firefighters.

[@Joe74854]

Why did that idiot walked right through the smoke ,they could of went the other side of the car Lolol

[@AndrewWLThomson]

Old school car fire. No Li batteries heavy metal fumes. Just good old petrol, rubber and paint.

[@rossbaines2568]

what a shame such a nice old classic car, don't se them very often at all

[@TrainsOnGoPro]

Nice Jag! Nice fire truck!

[@2760ade]

Does anyone know if this was restored? Shame if it wasn't, it was valued at 12-15k at an auction in 2021, but was withdrawn. It also shows MOT expired 2020. Would love to know - beautiful Jag!!

[@craigclaassen7346]

This was the Jaguar from the era when you needed two, one to drive while the other one was being repaired.

[@f-tech5497]

major BS

[@crazyleyland5106]

So glad they put out the fire so quickly. In America they would have probably used a disc cutter to open the bonnet - certainly in LA.

[@paulsullivan445]

Thank God the UK has the very best fire service in the world. In the USA they would have fumbled around until it was burned out.

[@AndrewWLThomson]

I can't tell you how many times I've thought that while watching KZbin videos. Having a pressurised water hose-reel on the back of the appliance is the difference.

[@clivebuckley6511]

In the USA several appliances would have responded, the firefighters would have spent valuable time running out yards and yards of hose and meanwhile the car would have been totally destroyed. Regular KZbin viewers will have seen that time and time again. Top marks for the swift and effective action here!

[@johnfranklin5277]

@@clivebuckley6511Greetings from Southern California, sunny and 73 degrees today! But come on Clive, stop picking on us!.....your absolute right of course...dont know why, but its true.

[@11ghudson]

Gump you’re a freaking genius

[@sugarbertie1143]

I've watched the YT videos of the lads in Belgium, Netherlands and Germany as well as the UK, they're straight on the fire as well within seconds of arriving. Some of the US videos I just shake my head! The best one was of a car fire in a car park , the first engine to arrive was a ladder engine (WTF?) and by the time a water tender arrived the fire had spread to about 6 other cars and still no water on the fire!!

[@andrewdaley5480]

Seen this a year ago utube re recommended it again. I wonder if its been restored again. 🇬🇧 👍

[@TheLeedsAppreciationSociety]

In addition to possible leaking fuel lines, if dirt or rust gets into the carbs, they overflow. Unless they are modified for safety, the fuel pours onto the chassis rail and / or the ground.

[@AndrewWLThomson]

Yes, probably what happened here. Clearly the driver turned off the ignition and stopped the car as soon as they saw smoke. This would have stopped the fuel pump and limited the fire.

[@mfinn80]

This looks like it was on its way to a sale as it was withdrawn from an auction on the 24th September 2021. Terrible shame but hope it got restored and then back out for sale

[@AndrewWLThomson]

Correct. I looked up the Registration and found it listed for auction on the Isle of Wight. Withdrawn as you said. I hope it was saved. Originally owned by a former French racing driver back in the 1960’s.

[@johnfranklin5277]

Yes, I was indeed thinking OH NOOO, when this popped up on my screen. I have 2 very nice and very sentimental cars car i would be INCONSOLABLE IF THEY WERE LOST. My 1958 Cadillac that my parents bought in 1960, I was 1 year old...and my 68 Mustang I bought in 1977, when I was 18. Both lifelong Southern California cars, in great shape and on the road. I keep 2 fire extinguishers in each car. Replacing them every 4 years. Never had cause to use one, but better safe than sorry The wiring in both cars is totally original, everything works fine, but still...I even keep a fire extinguisher in my brand new cars.. so hoping this jag can be repaired and get back on the old road!

[@AndrewWLThomson]

From the heart. Good comment.

[@Jimmythefish577]

You know you need to work in your SCBA drills if the officer not wearing SCBA has the fire suppressed before you’ve got your hood and helmet back on, this is the second video I’ve seen where that’s happened. I honestly don’t know why we don’t have high pressure booster lines on the trucks out here in North America, quick, efficient and way better than flaking out 500ft of 1-1/2” attack line for a vehicle fire. 🤷🏽‍♂️

[@AndrewWLThomson]

100% agreed

[@richardlindsay2496]

A problem sadly these days where the BA sets are not carried in the cab so can’t be donned en route.

[@Metlamaniac]

They definitely don’t need to ‘work on their SCBA’ drills. That’s just how long it takes in the UK for non life critical calls. They can do a quicker drill for when they are needed for life rescue. And you’re right about the high pressure. I have no idea why it’s not standard for all fire appliances. Even a going house fire can initially benefit from hose reels with the revs ip high. SOOOO much quicker

[@AndrewWLThomson]

@@Metlamaniac. Yep. Seconds save lives. “Get water on that fire”

[@axolotlgamer615]

They were heavy winds coming in shore I see.

[@ShevillMathers]

Sad to see a classic in this state. By the way, correct designation is Jaguar Mark 2, I have one and this ‘Mark 2’ emblem is on the rear right boot lid. A common error Mark lol.

[@SteamPowerMadness]

Do you have any idea what caused the fire? I don't want it to happen to our 1963 E Type

[@AndrewWLThomson]

I didn't followup with the driver or the fire dept. But from what I was able to see it appeared that it was a fuel line fire - old cars have old rubber fuel lines that perish over time. Luckily the driver turned off the ignition as soon as he did which stopped the fuel pump - and stopped the fire spreading. He also unlatched the hood and used a fire extinguisher on it initially before the fire dept arrived. Always carry a good fire extinguisher in the car and get all fuel lines checked and replaced if its an older car.

[@mana3735]

That's actually painful to see.

[@donbain732]

20years ago I had a number of old Saab's, 99 turbo best of the bunch and first thing I did was install fire extinguisher just in case.

[@AndrewWLThomson]

My father always kept fire extinguishers in his cars when we were growing up. I’ve done the same in all my cars and my children’s. If you catch the fire early and fight it quickly it may save a life and a car. Not necessarily your own car either.

[@JB91710]

20 seconds to get water flowing! That sure as heck wasn't in the USA! USA fireplayers would have waited until a hydrant was flowing, ladders were in place, and the roof was vented.

[@TrendMedizin]

Ausgezeichnet, angekommen und sofort gelöscht! Ein großes Kompliment an die Feuerwehr! Spitze!

[@udokampfinger6374]

A good thing about this fire is that it was a British car ,you don't even have to open the hood to extinguish the fire as the seams are so wide and misaligned water got through and extinguished the fire .On any other car they would have to force or cut the hood open.

[@nevillemason6791]

That's total nonsense. At 0:55 you can clearly see the bonnet (not 'hood' in the UK) is partially open and a pool of foam under the car. The driver has obviously opened it and tried using an extinguisher, unsuccessfully. He's partially closed it too to restrict air/wind getting to the flames. At 3:49 the firefighter lifts the undamaged bonnet open (not been wrenched open).

[@briannash1982]

WM Pump operator and BA Control, CM Oic????

[@CDB8939]

The WM was not the Pump Op, He was doing Eco, Probably the CM is in development and carrying out Oic role under the WM's observation

[@NedPooleD818]

Is this the alternative ending to Withnail and I??

[@AndrewWLThomson]

“Never mix your drinks…”

[@NedPooleD818]

….except with cake…..Chin Chin:-))

[@union310]

Right off for sure, they wouldn't replace my brothers bumper.

[@AndrewWLThomson]

Yea true. Depends what this classic was worth - my guess is £12k. If it’s gonna cost more than £12k to fix then it’s a right off. Pity.

[@union310]

@@AndrewWLThomson Hopefully classic insurance on it.

[@andrewdaley5480]

@@AndrewWLThomson they fix the ex minder capri after a fire a bit worse than this. But i suppose you have to put your own money in as well. Oh and the car looks very good now if you have not seen the before and after pics. 🇬🇧 👍

[@richardrimell6030]

must have been serious the watch manager is fighting the fire.

[@AndrewWLThomson]

Get water on that fire asap

[@terence2678]

Older cars like these should really carry fire extinguishers. Not expensive.

[@andrewdaley5480]

Yes and a decent sized one most little fire extinguishers only run for a few seconds even a very large one you will only get 14 seconds out of it. 🇬🇧 👍

[@nevillemason6791]

If you notice the bonnet is partially open and a big pool of foamy water under the car. Someone's tried to use an extinguisher unsuccessfully.

[@keith800]

Lets hope the Jag is not beyond redemption , hats off to the Fire men.

[@Mrfort]

Well done the boys in red, had water on the flames within twenty seconds of arrival! shame it wasn`t foam though?

[@AndrewWLThomson]

Yes, good job guys. I think putting in a foam additive would have taken a bit longer but I’m sure they had it and were ready if there was a fuel spill. Most UK car fires are extinguished quickly with just the water spray.

[@Mrfort]

Water and petrol don't mix very well, foam smothered the flame.but hay, still a good job!

[@reluctantheist5224]

​@@MrfortThey don't but it seems as though the fire crew knows what to do.

[@markjohnson9301]

Was this car written off or could it be restored?

[@AndrewWLThomson]

Good question. Sadly we may never know. But I know it was listed for auction before the fire happened.

[@nevillemason6791]

The car's registration at the DVLC is shown as still registered to that Jag. (Jan. 2023) but SORN (Statutory Off the Road Notice) so it looks like someone still has hopes of restoring it.

[@bobmorrison5636]

"Oh the humanity "

[@Sam-cz2bz]

The firefighters worked faster on a burning car than a burning house.

[@brendanbutcher1476]

Not a criticism but a genuine question.... Why is the Sub/crew manager (yellow helmet 2 stripes) the incident commander and the SO/watch manager (White helmet) the BECO? They've arrived in the same appliance

[@AndrewWLThomson]

Good observation. Only the IoW FB would know the answer to that one.

[@CymruEmergencyResponder]

He may have been on development and needed command experience for portfolio.

[@claudeleclercq8169]

Rapide et efficace Bravo messieurs

[@sirmarek78]

Shame on every damn driver passing and not stopping and trying to help with their car fire extinguishe. Its breaking my heart to see such a beatifull car on fire. Luckly fire crew did great job.

[@AndrewWLThomson]

Agreed. Fire crew saved the car. Amazing how quick action with just water can stop a fire.

[@Brian13549]

What the hell were they going to do? Not every car has a fire extinguisher.

[@sirmarek78]

@@Brian13549 I thought is a mandatory for every car to have 1.

[@IansOddInterests]

Lol...that 2nd bloke needs to practice putting on his BA set... But he was good at walking about ...

[@AndrewWLThomson]

Yes he was fussing a bit. Probably a trainee. But the UK firefighters do get water on the fire asap after arrival, unlike the firefighters in all the USA videos who all walk around for minutes waiting for hoses to be rolled out - and the fire to totally destroy whatever is burning. Why?

[@IansOddInterests]

@@AndrewWLThomson I know what you mean re USA firefighters....have a laugh at this one...kzbin.info/www/bejne/hnbblIWAp8SffZY........U.K. firefighters are a different class

[@ffjsb]

@@AndrewWLThomson Bullshit. YOu have NO idea of what you're talking about. We DON'T roll out hose, it's preconnected and we can put 3-4 times as much water on a fire making it go out faster.

[@ffjsb]

@@IansOddInterests Only a moron thinks every fire dept. in the US is the same. We have THOUSANDS of different depts. That on was a volunteer dept. in Pennsylvania, the one state that has nearly NO training standards for volunteers.

[@IansOddInterests]

@@ffjsb omg.. ffjsb. Stands for I think in your head ...... I am FF Just So Brilliant . Lol... the most incompetent Idiot on the fireground... change your name to ffDI..Firefighter dangerous and incompetent

[@ralphhurdman5581]

If that was USA that Jag would be toast

[@seangregorygurley8429]

Well done lads

[@AndrewWLThomson]

Definitely, saved the car

[@seangregorygurley8429]

Yes indeed

[@Rayfaedundee]

Such a shame to see such a Classic Jaguar like this. Anyone who owns a classic or any car should have a powdered fire extinguisher in there car for this reason..

[@firekev4525]

BA TEAM WERE FUCKING ABOUT FOR LONG ENOUGH

[@andrewdaley5480]

Bit jealous me thinks. 🇬🇧 👍

[@raymondfunnel6856]

This is such a shame this is a vintage vehicle

[@flagwanker6346]

Not anymore it’s not

[@spadgm]

What a shame such a beautiful old Jag!

[@jgsmile1331]

Why!!?!!!!!

[@AndrewWLThomson]

Could have been electrical but more likely a petrol fuel line leak. Older cars have rubber fuel lines that can perish and crack from using the new petrol formula.

[@jgsmile1331]

@@AndrewWLThomson That is a shame.

[@PeterSwinkels]

Why? As unfortunate as it sometimes a fault in a car causes a fire.

[@Brian13549]

Ok trouble with the SCBA or BA it's called in the UK and wearing rubber gloves on a car fire even if they are under his fire fighting gloves not so smart.

[@mikeymcmikeface5599]

This, and a crash, are why I wouldn't drive a unique or rare vehicle.

[@essexlad860]

That is gutting to watch

[@AndrewWLThomson]

It sure was.

[@grantpetersen1049]

Really sad 😥

[@AndrewWLThomson]

Very. A Piece of preserved history (almost) destroyed.

[@pratt11111]

by the time they get b\a sets on fire be out

[@AndrewWLThomson]

Yes, the power of getting water on a fire fast does it’s job quickly. The b/a guys (and girl) need more practice - but it is a quiet town.

[@richardwani2803]

The poor jag

[@Nothing_Nothing485]

Nooooooooooo 😭

[@veronikakolandova5843]

🥺🥺🥺

[@darrynlewis3252]

Has a cornish number plate.

[@AndrewWLThomson]

That is interesting. Could be the original number but I’m sure it’s changed hands a few times since it was first registered.

[@nevillemason6791]

@@AndrewWLThomson

[@ffjsb]

WTF would the supervisor be using a Thermal Imaging Camera on a car fire???? Absolute stupidity. That's about as dumb as a laser sight on a sawed off shotgun...

[@elinor6525]

To see if there is residual heat after it's been extinguished, sufficient that it could reignite once the car is on a tow truck and and air is flowing past as it drives down the road. If it's still showing hot then more cooling before loading it onto a tow truck.

[@lisareed4409]

Nooooo

[@vandeberg649]

Zonde

[@Blisken81]

Noooooooooooooooooooooo!!!!!!!!!!

[@AndrewWLThomson]

….well almost!

[@lilahtiddles]

Soooo dangerous

[@MaxPulse1]

NNNNNOOOOOOO!!!

[@alastairjhunter3666]

EV fires are better

[@harryproud9679]

Could have been worst. All ways carry a foam exstingquisher. I carry two in my bmw 1999.😂😂😂