Crews respond to fire at block of flats in Hull
Firefighters were called to a block of flats in Hull this afternoon after being alerted to a fire in a bin chute.
Four fire engines and an aerial appliance arrived at the flats in Great Thornton Street within six minutes of receiving the call shortly after 2.30pm.
A Humberside Fire Service spokeswoman said crews remained at the scene but it appeared the fire had been contained to the bin chute on the first floor.
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Hide AdShe said they were using a fan to clear smoke while they awaited the arrival of the building's caretaker.
Firefighters from Calvert Lane, Clough Road and East Hull stations were involved in the response.