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19/07/2017
Neighbours Rescue Man From House Fire In West Belfast
A man has been rescued by neighbours from a house fire in west Belfast.
The fire broke out at a property in Glasvery Gardens at around 2.45am on Wednesday, 19 July.
The blaze caused extensive damage to the house.
Neighbours helped the man at the scene and he was treated for smoke inhalation.
A number of residents were evacuated while the fire was put out.
Sinn Féin MLA Órlaithí Flynn said: "This could have been a tragic event but for the quick thinking of the man's neighbours who ensured he was able to exit the house without injury.
"The property has suffered extensive damage and I have been in touch with the Housing Executive to see about fixing the property and getting accommodation for the man.
"I would advise people to check their smoke alarms and to make a fire escape plan."
(CD)
The fire broke out at a property in Glasvery Gardens at around 2.45am on Wednesday, 19 July.
The blaze caused extensive damage to the house.
Neighbours helped the man at the scene and he was treated for smoke inhalation.
A number of residents were evacuated while the fire was put out.
Sinn Féin MLA Órlaithí Flynn said: "This could have been a tragic event but for the quick thinking of the man's neighbours who ensured he was able to exit the house without injury.
"The property has suffered extensive damage and I have been in touch with the Housing Executive to see about fixing the property and getting accommodation for the man.
"I would advise people to check their smoke alarms and to make a fire escape plan."
(CD)
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