Blaze damages Worthing home

Firefighters from Worthing were called to a late-night blaze last night.
By The Newsroom
Published 6th May 2016, 08:58 BST
Updated 6th May 2016, 10:07 BST

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Firefighters at the scene in Westdean Road, Worthing

A bungalow in Westdean Road, Worthing, suffered damage in the fire, with emegency services called shortly before 11.45pm

A fire service spokesman said the accidental cooking fire caused severe damage to the house by heat and smoke.

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Firefighters wearing breathing apparatus used two hoses to put out the fire. They led one man to safety before giving him oxygen.

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Firefighters at the scene in Westdean Road, Worthing

The crews were stood down at shortly before half-past midnight. They remained at the scene until 1.15am and are due to inspect the house later today.

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