Community comes together after man dies in Thornton Cleveleys house fire
An investigation is underway after a fire broke out at a house in Thornton Cleveleys, taking the life of a man in his 50s.
Emergency services were called to Gorse Avenue at around 9 o'clock on Saturday morning (30th July).
The fire service say one casualty was rescued from one of the properties that was alight, but police have since confirmed his death.
A police spokesperson said: "We were called to Gorse Avenue, Thornton Cleveleys, at 9:13am today (July 30) to reports of a fire at a house A man in his 50s was treated at the scene. Despite the best efforts of the emergency services, he was sadly pronounced deceased at the property.
"His family have been informed and our thoughts are with them at this difficult time. A joint investigation will now be carried out by police and the fire service."
Lancashire Fire and Rescue released this statement:
"Six fire engines from Fleetwood, Bispham, Blackpool, South Shore and St Annes, and an aerial ladder platform from Preston attended a fire involving two houses on Gorse Avenue in Thornton Cleveleys.
"Firefighters used two jets and one hose reel to bring the fire under control. One casualty was rescued from one of the properties."
The community are now rallying together to raise money for those affected. One fundraising page has already raised ÂŁ150 in donations. You can donate here.