01/06/2016

Main Street In Greyabbey Closed Following House Fire

The main Street in Greyabbey, Co Down, has closed due to a house fire.

Fire crews are currently at the scene of the blaze.

Diversions have been put in place and motorists have been urged to avoid the area.

Alliance Strangford MLA Kellie Armstrong said: "I want to commend the professionalism and bravery members of the fire service showed in attending the scene in Greyabbey.

"I hope those affected by the fire have a speedy and full recovery. It was also a real act of bravery of locals passing who went to help those trapped in the fire - they too deserve the utmost praise for their courage.

"In addition, I thank the public for their patience while the emergency services worked at the scene."

(CD)

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