Summary

Westbourne fire: flats fire in Poole Road

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  • ➡️ A huge fire has broken out at a block of retirement flats in Westbourne
  • ➡️ 62 people have been evacuated with 21 rescued
  • ➡️ 60 firefighters are on the scene
  • ➡️ Emergency services will be on the scene for the rest of the day
  • ➡️ People are being urged to avoid the area if they can
  • ➡️ We'll be bringing you latest updates as we get them
  • ➡️ Dorset and Wiltshire Fire and Rescue Service has been contacted for more details
  • ➡️ Get in touch by emailing newsdesk@bournemouthecho.co.uk or tweet us @Bournemouthecho

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