Two occupants rescued from Portsmouth flat fire by Cosham crews

Cosham firefighters were alerted to a kitchen fire on Northern Parade at around half two this morning.

Two occupants were led to safety before they were given treatment as they were suffering with mild smoke inhalation.

The cooking fire on the first floor was extinguished by firefighters in breathing apparatus using hose reel jets.

Crews delivered community fire safety materials to neighbouring addresses before returning to station at around 3am.

It is vital that you never leave your cooking unattended. Avoid a fire breaking out in the kitchen by following our safety tips.