Properties evacuated after Pembrokeshire house fire

Officers were called to the scene at 01:30 this morning

Author: Oliver MorganPublished 11th Dec 2022
Last updated 9th Jun 2024

A number of properties have been evacuated and emergency services are at the scene of a house fire in Pembrokeshire.

It's been confirmed by Dyfed-Powys Police that officers were called at half past one this morning (Sunday, December 11) - with a number of residents having to leave their homes for their safety.

Dyfed-Powys Police - Twitter

On Twitter, the force released a statement, saying: "Officers were called to a house fire in St Dogmaels, Pembrokeshire, at around 1.30am.

"A number of neighbouring properties have been evacuated for residents' safety, and emergency services remain at the scene."

On social media, locals are reporting that the High Street is currently closed.

Posting on Facebook, one resident - Elinor Gwynne McBurney - said: "Vicar Liz and the wardens are so very sorry to hear this announcement and pray that everyone affected is safe.

The Church is open for private prayer during daylight hours but there will not be a service at 11.00 today."

Currently, investigations are taking place by the emergency services - and they are yet to release any more details on the situation.

High Street, St Dogmaels

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