Crews work overnight to tackle Sheffield house fire โ BBC
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Fire crews worked through the night to tackle a major blaze that spread to homes in the Fox Hill area of Sheffield. The incident caused significant damage to several properties and prompted an investigation, highlighting the danger of fires spreading rapidly between closely situated homes.
Emergency services were called shortly before 04:00 BST after a fire reportedly began in a nearby field or garden area and reached terraced houses. Two men were treated for minor injuries, while a 59-year-old man was arrested on suspicion of arson; firefighters remained at the scene to manage the aftermath.
- Overnight blaze damaged several Sheffield homes
- Two men received treatment for minor injuries
- Police arrested a man on suspicion of arson
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