Southampton fire that destroyed home no longer being treated as arson say police

Fire crews worked for several hours to stop the blaze from spreading Credit: HFRS/Shivalika Puri, Daily Echo

A fire which ripped through a terraced property in Southampton is no longer being treated as an arson attack.

The house was badly damaged following the fire in Milton Road on Saturday afternoon (July 29th).

A passer-by raised the alarm at around 3pm and the residents were safely evacuated.

A police and fire investigation has concluded the fire was not started deliberately

Firefighters in breathing apparatus used two jets and two hose reel jets to tackle the fire and prevent it spreading to neighbouring properties.

Everyone living in the property was accounted for and no injuries reported.

A spokesman for the fire service said the house suffered significant damage in the blaze and smoke went through to neighbouring houses.

The house has been left badly damaged

The fire was contained by 4.10pm but crews remained on site to prevent hot spots from re-igniting.

Police say a 31-year-old man arrested on suspicion of arson with intent to endanger life, has now been released with no further action.