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Roof collapses during large house fire in Ipswich
Overview
A roof has collapsed following a large fire involving two semi-detached houses on Henniker Road in Ipswich. Suffolk Fire and Rescue Service responded to the incident with six engines, and all residents have been accounted for.
Key points
- Suffolk Fire and Rescue Service was called to Henniker Road in Ipswich at 05:17 BST.
- Six fire engines were sent to tackle the blaze, which involved two semi-detached houses and caused a roof collapse.
- Everyone living in the affected properties has been accounted for.
- The public has been advised to avoid the area and nearby residents told to keep their doors and windows closed.