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Crews Respond To Flat Fire In Newport

Firefighters have been tackling a fire at a flat in Newport this morning (Wednesday).

Several crews were called to Robin Hood Street around 6.30am.

Damage has been caused to a first floor flat.

Crews remain on scene.

*UPDATED

*A spokesperson for the Hampshire and Isle of Wight Fire and Rescue Service said:

"Firefighters from Ventnor, Freshwater, Shanklin and East Cowes attended a fire in a first floor flat on Robin Hood Way at 06:41 this morning after a neighbour called 999 to report seeing smoke and flames through the window.

"Luckily, the flat was empty and no persons were involved.

"Firefighters extinguished the fire with equipment including four breathing apparatus and two hose reel jets.

"The stop message was received at 07:37."

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