Arson investigation underway after house fire in Gorton Street

Fire crews from Blackpool and South Shore were called out at 5.50pm to find the home 'well alight' on arrival. The home's occupants had managed to escape from the burning building unharmed before crews arrived.

It took firefighters around three hours to bring the blaze under control and prevent it from spreading to neighbouring homes.

Fire investigators said the cause is possibly suspicious and police have been informed. A joint investigation is due to take place today (September 2).

A fire service spokesman said: "Three fire crews from Blackpool and South Shore were called to reports of a fire at a domestic property on Gorton Street, Blackpool.

"The fire involved a two storey terraced property which was well alight when firefighters arrived at the scene.

"Firefighters used four breathing apparatus, a hose reel and ventilation unit to extinguish the fire.

"An investigation into the cause of the fire is now underway alongside colleagues from Lancashire Police.

"Firefighters were in attendance approximately three hours and there were no casualties reported."