FIREFIGHTERS were called to an early hours chemical leak at Huntworth Business Park near North Petherton.

The incident happened at around 3.35am this morning (Tuesday, October 18).

Crews from Bridgwater and Taunton with an environmental protection unit attended.

The spillage was contained to an artic trailer and four people had been exposed to it.

The Ambulance service were requested to attend as a precautionary measure.

A spokesman for Devon and Somerset Fire and Rescue said: "The fluid was confirmed as blue toilet cleaner.

"Crews used two breathing apparatus, one gas monitor and rubber gauntlets to deal with the chemical. The trailer was isolated and the occupier was advised to contact a specialist cleaner."