A car burst into flames on Queensway in Ashton-on-Ribble on Saturday, filling the street with smoke.
The incident occurred around 4pm, and Lancashire Fire and Rescue Service attended shortly after.
According to eyewitnesses, the car, believed to be a Ford Focus, was driven into the street while smoking to prevent the fire from spreading to a nearby house.
No one was hurt in the fire, and Blog Preston has contacted Lancashire Fire and Rescue Service for comment.
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No official statement has been released by Lancashire Fire and Rescue Service yet.
Author's summary: Car fire in Ashton-on-Ribble street on Saturday.