Four injured in Winsford fire involving house and two flats

Four people have been injured in a fire involving a house and two flats in Winsford according to Cheshire Fire and Rescue.

Their injuries are not believed to be life threatening.

Four fire engines are currently at the scene and crews are using a hose reel and a main jet to extinguish the fire.

The incident is on Abbots Way and Ashton Avenue. The roads have been closed by the police.

A number of properties in the area have been evacuated and a temporary shelter has been set up at the New Images Youth Centre for residents affected.

Cheshire Fire and Rescue Service said: "All persons have been accounted for at this incident, crews are currently setting up a water bowser and pump to get a supply of water to the aerial ladder platform to dampen the fire from above.

"A cordon has been set up for safety and crews are currently using ground monitors to get large amounts of water to the fire.

"Police are in attendance and nearby properties have been evacuated. The aerial ladder is also being used at this incident.

"Nearby residents are asked to close windows and doors as a precaution and people are advised to avoid the area while this incident is being dealt with."

The cause of the fire is unknown at this stage.