Fire at Warwick Uni student flats

Around 40 firefighters were called to a blaze at a block of student accommodation at the University of Warick last night. Pictures and videos shared on social media show smoke and flames coming from the roof of the Arthur Vick building .

The fire broke out at around 9pm with emergency services including the police, fire and ambulance service all in attendance. In a statement, the university say they've had no reports of any injuries and the affected students are being given alternative accomodation.

“Emergency services were called to a fire on campus at the Arthur Vick 1 residence block on Wednesday night. The fire is now out. All students have been evacuated and no injuries have been reported. Those affected are being helped by the University to find alternative forms of emergency accommodation. Wellbeing services are providing support to those affected. There will be an ongoing security presence to ensure the safety of students.”

The fire was fully out before midight and investigations into the cause will now get underway.

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