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Twelve people taken to hospital following a flat fire in Douglas
Overview
A fire broke out at a block of flats on Bucks Road in Douglas during the early hours of Wednesday morning, leading to a brief "major incident" declaration. Twenty-five firefighters rescued twelve people from the building, who were taken to Noble's Hospital for precautionary checks and later discharged. Initial indications suggest the fire may be linked to a bathroom extractor fan, and investigations are ongoing.
Key points
- Twelve people were taken to hospital for precautionary checks after a fire at a block of flats on Bucks Road in Douglas.
- Emergency services were called to the scene at about 03:40 BST on Wednesday.
- Twenty-five firefighters rescued people from the building, including two from the top floor.
- A "major incident" was declared for a short period due to the number of people trapped and requiring treatment.
- Initial indications suggest the fire may be linked to a bathroom extractor fan, though investigations remain ongoing.