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Seven Rescued from Wakefield Shop Fire
11 Feb
Summary
- Seven individuals were rescued by firefighters from a blaze.
- The fire occurred above a shop on George Street at 05:00 GMT.
- A nearby Indian restaurant sustained smoke and water damage.
Early this morning, at approximately 05:00 GMT, a significant fire erupted on George Street in Wakefield city centre. Seven people were successfully rescued by West Yorkshire Fire and Rescue Service personnel from the property above a shop. These individuals were subsequently transferred to the care of Yorkshire Ambulance Service, although their current medical condition remains unknown.
The fire caused visible damage to the building situated above an international foods supermarket. Nearby businesses, including Habib Akhtar's Indian restaurant, experienced considerable smoke and water damage. One resident from an adjacent barber's shop reportedly jumped from a first-floor window to escape, despite the presence of fire exits.
Firefighters contained the blaze, and the road has since been reopened. An investigation into the cause of the fire has been initiated by the fire chief. Further updates on the condition of those rescued are pending.
