Emergency services rushed to the three-storey apartment block in Kirby Lonsdale, Cumbria, on Sunday morning – but the man, aged in his 40s, was sadly pronounced dead at the scene
A man has died after a horror blaze ripped through a three-storey apartment block in Wales this morning.
Police say the man, aged in his 40s, was pronounced dead at the scene in Kirby Lonsdale, Cumbria, at 6.30am today. Emergency services rushed to the scene opposite the Red Dragon pub in Main Street in the upmarket town at around 5:45am.
More than 75 firefighters tackled the fire, which saw residents in nearby buildings evacuated and scheduled Christmas markets cancelled. Another man self-presented at hospital with minor injuries and was for potential smoke inhalation, Cumbria police said.
The street is likely to remain closed for some time while emergency services continue with their work at the scene, the force added. Road closures and diversions are also expected to last for the next few days and, with alternative routes to be put in place and clearly sign posted.
Superintendent Paddy O’Hara said: “The cause of the fire is presently unknown. Investigators from both Cumbria Fire and Rescue Service and Cumbria Constabulary are on hand to enter the building as soon as it is safe to do so.
“I’d like to thank the emergency services personnel and our partner agencies for all their hard work in Kirkby Lonsdale today, and the local community for their patience.”
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