Two people rescued from house fire

TWO people had to be rescued this morning (Monday, October 14, 2013) from a fire at a South Somerset home.

The alarm was raised at just after 2.45am to a property in Eastover, Langport, and two fire engines from Martock and one each from Somerton and Ilminster attended.

One adult male casualty was removed from the semi-detached home with serious injuries, while one adult female also suffered smoke inhalation.

A spokesman for Devon and Somerset Fire and Rescue Service said: “This was a small electrical fire in the first-floor bedroom.

“The cause of the fire is believed to be accidental.”

Fire crews gave first-aid treatment to the casualties before the ambulance paramedics arrived.

Police were also in attendance.

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