Cambridgeshire fire: Dozens evacuated from their homes as firefighters tackle 'severe' blaze

Ellena Cruse16 August 2020

Around 80 people have been forced to flee their homes after a "severe" fire broke out in Cambridgeshire.

Firefighters were called to Hyholmes, North Bretton, at 12.31am on Sunday after a fire broke out in the Peterborough suburb, affecting a mains gas supply.

Cambridgeshire Fire and Rescue Service (CFRS) set up hose reels to prevent the fire spreading to nearby properties. A 100-metre cordon remains in place.

CFRS said those who had been evacuated had been moved to a nearby performing arts theatre while crews work to bring the fire under control.

People have been asked to avoid the area
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Group commander Danny Kelly said four fire engines remain at the scene of the “severe” fire.

He said: “We have police, ambulance, gas and electric on site as well, working together to try to reduce and also stop the gas from leaking, which is currently on fire.

Group commander Danny Kelly said the Brigade were busy with the blaze
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“It is quite a severe fire at the moment. Firefighters are protecting the surrounding properties.

“We have evacuated approximately 80 people from the surrounding area.

“I would ask that people in the general area keep clear. There’s a lot going on for us right now, but we can reassure you that we’re doing everything we can to resolve the incident as quickly as possible.”

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