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Police treat block of flats fire in Ryde as possible arson
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Police on the Isle of Wight state that a fire which severely damaged the roof and stairwell of a block of flats in Ryde may have been started deliberately. Emergency services responded to the blaze on Saturday afternoon, and all residents were safely accounted for.
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- A fire broke out in the roof and stairwell of a block of flats on the Isle of Wight at about 13:00 BST on Saturday.
- Crews from six fire stations across the island were deployed to tackle the blaze.
- The fire caused significant damage, charring the entrance, windows, and stairwell, and destroying a section of the roof.
- Hampshire and Isle of Wight Constabulary confirmed that all residents were safely accounted for and are investigating the cause as suspected arson.