Hartlepool road closed as emergency services tackle blaze

Cleveland Fire Brigade closed a road in Hartlepool on Sunday evening as they dealt with a fire in the basement of a property.

The incident happened on Sunday, September 22, at around 5.30pm in South Road, Hartlepool.

A spokesperson for Cleveland Fire Brigade said: “Cleveland Fire Brigade were called to an incident at 17:29 on South Road, Hartlepool.

"Two fire engines were in attendance from Hartlepool.

Cleveland Fire Brigade closed South Road, in Hartlepool, on Sunday, September 22, at around 5.30pm as they dealt with a basement fire.placeholder image
Cleveland Fire Brigade closed South Road, in Hartlepool, on Sunday, September 22, at around 5.30pm as they dealt with a basement fire.

"Two breathing apparatus (BA) and one hose reel (HR) were used.

"5% fire damage to basement and 20% smoke damage to basement.

"We got the stop at 18:11.

"Investigations ongoing as per our usual procedure.”

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